Operating Room Registered Nurse
Los Alamos, New Mexico
Los Alamos Medical Center

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 Details:

  • Weekly guaranteed hours: 36
  • 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)
• Float Requirements: As needed, including Pre-Op

Facility & Unit Information

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

Requirements

• Years of Experience: Minimum 2+ years in OR nursing specialty
• Certifications Required:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • HWC (Hazardous Waste Certification)
• Licensure: Must hold a valid Registered Nurse license to practice in New Mexico
• Background Check: Fingerprinting and background check required by New Mexico Department of Health; 14-day waiver possible with supervision while results are pending
• 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 a well-established acute care facility serving a diverse patient population.