Operating Room RN
Farmington, NM
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room (OR)

Location: Farmington, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Work in a Level III trauma center with 10 operating rooms.
• Support patients and surgeons with significant traumatic injuries.
• Handle a variety of surgical cases, from basic laparoscopic procedures to complex open abdominal and chest trauma surgeries.
• Patient population is diverse, including all ages.
• Use Cerner electronic health records (EHR).
• Patient ratio: 1:1.
• Shift: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM, 4x10 hour shifts per week with variable call (4-5 call shifts per month).
• Occasional weekend hours required.
• Call requirements apply.
• Weekly guaranteed hours: 36.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico.
• Minimum 2 years of Operating Room (OR) experience, including experience within the last year.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications issued by the American Heart Association.
• Experience in trauma and OB/GYN surgical specialties.

Additional Information

• Unit profile includes specialties such as Urology, Neuro, General Surgery, Gynecology, Podiatry, Plastic Surgery, Orthopedics, Dental, and ENT.
• Equipment varies depending on the OR service specialty.
• Float requirements not specified.

Location Highlights

• Situated in the scenic San Juan River Valley with access to rivers, golf courses, lakes, and six National Parks.
• Opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, and off-roading.
• Close proximity to Durango, CO (1 hour drive) and Albuquerque, NM (3 hours drive).
• Affordable and friendly community offering a unique and adventurous experience for travelers.