Travel Contract

PACU RN
Los Alamos, NM
AMN Healthcare Nursing
4x9 hrs, Days

$2,739/week

Posted 1 day ago

Overview

Start Date11/09/2026
Shift Breakdown4x9 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration5 weeks

Pay

17% higher than average Registered Nurse / Post Anesthesia Care Nurse pay in New Mexico

Estimated total pay

$2,739/week

Benefits

Company provided housing options
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Continuing Education

Description

Job Description & Requirements
Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit - PACU - Travel - (PACU RN)
StartDate: 11/9/2026 Available Shifts: 9 D Pay Rate: $2670.00 - $2807.00

Travel RN-PACU jobs in Los Alamos, NM let you deliver post-anesthesia care at the facility, a hospital with a strong commitment to quality and compassionate surgical services. You will assess patients as they recover from anesthesia, monitor vital signs, manage pain and comfort, and document care using electronic medical record (EMR) systems. To qualify, you must hold a current New Mexico Registered Nurse (RN) license and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) are required within one year of hire. At least one year of PACU or acute care nursing experience is recommended. Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills are valued. AMN Healthcare offers excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for 24/7 career management. As a publicly traded company, AMN Healthcare upholds high ethical standards in business. Apply now to join this Travel RN-PACU assignment in Los Alamos, NM.

Required Qualifications
Registered Nurse, PACU
Licenses: RN(Compact Accepted)
Certifications: BLS; ACLS; PALS
SSN Required
DOB Required

Facility Location
Los Alamos in Spanish means “The Cottonwoods.” It is where “Discoveries are Made!” This city offers visitors and residents a major aquatic center, a year round ice rink and a luscious golf course and lots of square dancing. The world renowned 50 meter therapy pool provides high-altitude training. You can even watch the Los Alamos skate park close to the library in real time streaming!

Job Benefits
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

Competitive pay rates
Free, quality, private housing
Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) and Flex Spending
Life Insurance
Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
Free Continuing Education
Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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AMN Healthcare Nursing Job ID #3598139. Pay package is based on 9 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit - PACU - Travel - (PACU RN)

Employer

AMN Healthcare Nursing

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About

AMN Healthcare is a leader in Nurse staffing. Our relationships with numerous healthcare facilities - including hospitals, home health agencies, and long-term care facilities - enable us to offer the most current travel nurse, local staffing, rapid response and crisis nurse jobs nationwide. We''re committed to finding you the best nursing job to fit your career goals. AMN Healthcare is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer. We encourage minority and female applicants to apply.

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About Los Alamos, NM

As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care Nurse in Los Alamos, NM here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average high: 82°F, average low: 50°F.
Winter average high: 43°F, average low: 17°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through local property management companies.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, as the city is not very large and has well-maintained roads.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

The population is relatively diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns due to the city's elevation.
Los Alamos has a small but active community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

There are various restaurants offering a range of cuisines, and the city has a growing arts and music scene.
Outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and exploring nearby national parks are popular.
Sports facilities are available for recreational activities.

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