RN - Surgery
Alamogordo, NM
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
5x8 hrs, Days
$2,574/weekOverview
- Start Date07/27/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Job Title
Travel RN – Operating Room / Surgery
Location
Alamogordo, New Mexico
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 13-Week Travel Assignment | Full-Time | 4 Days x 10 Hours | Days (6:00 AM – 4:00 PM) | Onsite | Projected Start: July 27, 2026
Key Responsibilities
- Apply and document the full nursing process — assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation — for surgical patients across specialties including Orthopedic, General, Podiatry, GYN/OB (including C-Sections), Pain Management, Urology, and Endoscopy.
- Consult with staff, physicians, and management on nursing problems and interpretation of policies to ensure patient needs are met.
- Practice the five rights of medication administration and maintain clinical competency to provide direct and safe patient care.
- Act as a patient advocate, including family members in care planning while respecting patient confidentiality, cultural beliefs, and religious values.
- Participate in hospital and departmental quality activities and adhere to organizational customer service standards.
- Utilize chain of command appropriately to resolve issues and demonstrate accountability for actions, behaviors, and decisions.
Required Qualifications
- Active RN License in the state of New Mexico required.
- BLS certification required (American Heart Association only).
- ACLS certification required (American Heart Association only).
- PALS certification required (American Heart Association only).
- CPI certification required.
- Minimum 1 year of experience in an Operating Room or surgical nursing specialty.
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Ability to speak additional languages is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with patients and families of varying ages and cultural backgrounds.
Why Join Us
- Gain diverse surgical experience across multiple specialties in a supportive clinical environment through a 13-week travel contract.
- Work with a staffing partner dedicated to placing skilled nursing professionals in meaningful, high-impact roles across the country.
Employer
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.
The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.
Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.
Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others
About Alamogordo, NM
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Alamogordo, NM here's what you should know:- Alamogordo's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 95°F, and winter lows can drop to around 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Alamogordo.
- Alamogordo is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the desert climate.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses in Alamogordo.
- There are various restaurants offering local and international cuisine.
- The city has a growing art and music scene, and outdoor activities such as hiking, rock climbing, and exploring the nearby White Sands National Park are popular.
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