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Job Opportunity: RN - OR (Operating Room)

Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel

Position Overview

Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room (Surgery)
Unit: Surgery Department (Cost Center 2779 (701))
Number of Openings: 1
Shift: See shift details below
Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours
Weekend Hours: Every other weekend / as needed
Call Requirements: As needed; approximately 10-11 days of call per month (may increase to 15-16 days if only two staff on call)
Float Requirements: As needed, including Pre-Op

Facility & Unit Details

Facility Type: 47-bed acute care facility
Unit Beds: 3 OR beds, 3 PACU beds, 5 Preop beds
Patient Ratios: 1:1 or 1:2
Patient Population: All ages
Electronic Health Record (EHR) Systems: CQI and Medhost

Requirements

Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty (Operating Room nursing)
Certifications Required:
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
- HWC (Healthcare Worker Certification)
Licensure: Must hold a valid Registered Nurse license to practice in New Mexico
Background Check: Fingerprinting and background check required per New Mexico state regulations; 14-day waiver possible with supervision while awaiting results
Dress Code: Hospital-provided scrubs; casual wear and open-toed shoes are not allowed

Additional Information

Start Date: Must be available to start within 7-10 days from offer acceptance (rapid response)
Travel Experience: Preferred but not required
Personality Fit: Professional demeanor expected

Contract Length

Duration: 8 weeks (interpreted from contract_length value)

This position is ideal for experienced OR RNs looking for a travel assignment in New Mexico with a surgical focus and a professional work environment.

Facility

Los Alamos Medical Center

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Short Term Acute Care
47 beds

ADDRESS3917 West RoadLos Alamos, NM 87544

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About Los Alamos, NM

As a Travel Operating Room 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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