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Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Unit: Labor & Delivery / Postpartum (4 labor rooms, 4 postpartum rooms)
Patient Population: Childbearing-aged women and newborns
Patient Ratios:
- Labor/Delivery/Recovery/Postpartum (LDRP): 2 patients to 1 nurse
- Postpartum couplets: 3 patients to 1 nurse
Electronic Health Records (EHR): OBIX, Medhost, GUI

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico
Minimum 1 year of OB/GYN nursing experience, including Labor Delivery Recovery & Postpartum (LDRP)
OB/GYN experience within the last year
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Must be fingerprinted and undergo background check per New Mexico state requirements; a 14-day supervised waiver period is allowed while waiting for results (not applicable to physicians)

Facility Size: 47-bed acute care facility with approximately 300 healthcare employees
Personality Fit: Patient experience focused, teamwork oriented, eager to learn
Dress Code: Scrubs required; no casual wear allowed

Orientation occurs weekly on Mondays
Candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify as travel staff
Client may require additional certifications beyond those listed
Must comply with New Mexico Department of Health fingerprinting and background check process before hire

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ADDRESS3917 West RoadLos Alamos, NM 87544

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

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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