Travel Contract

Operating Room Circulator RN
Carlsbad, NM
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions CHS
5x8 hrs

$2,448/week
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Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,448/week

Description

Travel RN Circulator - Carlsbad, New Mexico

Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday (5x8 hour shifts)
Call Requirements:

  • Minimum 1 weekday call per week
  • Weekend rotation on call
  • On-call shifts Monday - Friday 3:30 PM - 7:00 AM, Saturday and Sunday 7:00 AM - 7:00 AM

Required Experience and Certifications

  • Minimum 2+ years of RN experience
  • Experience with general surgery, orthopedics, OBGYN, podiatry, plastics, endocrine, and trauma
  • Adult and pediatric experience required
  • Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS

Facility and Unit Information

  • Facility size: 99 beds
  • Operating rooms: 6
  • Approximately 250 procedures per month
  • Patient ratio: 1 nurse to 148 patients

Job Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate critical thinking, scientific judgment, and leadership in the operating room
  • Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, OR technicians, and other staff to provide patient care
  • Ensure availability of supplies and timeliness of surgical cases
  • Communicate with patient families
  • Update physician preference cards
  • Scrub and assist physicians during surgical procedures
  • Supervise personnel delivering patient care

Additional Notes

  • Must adhere to State Nurse Practice Act, AORN standards, and hospital policies
  • Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position

Employer

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions CHS

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Travel jobs$1,425–3,506/week
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About Carlsbad, NM

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Carlsbad, NM here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Carlsbad, NM is lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Carlsbad experiences hot summers with average highs around 95°F and mild winters with average lows around 30°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Carlsbad, NM, and they are relatively easy to find due to the demand from the oil and gas industry in the area.
Transportation
  • Carlsbad is a car-friendly city with easy access to parking.
  • Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
Demographics
  • Carlsbad has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues in the area may include allergies due to the desert climate.
  • There is a moderate population of travel nurses in the area due to the presence of medical facilities.
Things to Do
  • Carlsbad offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking in the Carlsbad Caverns National Park, exploring the Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park, and enjoying water sports at the Brantley Lake State Park.
  • There are also local restaurants, art galleries, and occasional music and sports events to enjoy.
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