Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse - $2,366 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/25/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 25, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced OR Circulator RN for a 13-week travel contract in Los Alamos, NM, requiring 2 years of experience and on-call availability.

• Work in the Operating Room of a 47-bed acute care hospital serving as a major healthcare provider for Northern New Mexico
• Unit includes 3 OR suites, 3 PACU bays, and 5 pre-op bays
• Serves a mixed patient population including all ages
• Patient ratio is 1:1 or 1:2
• EHR systems: CQI and Medhost
• Schedule is 5x8-hour day shifts, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
• Every other weekend and as-needed weekend hours required
• On-call required approximately 10–11 days per month (may increase to 15–16 days if only two staff are available)
• Floating to Pre-Op required as needed

• Active RN license for New Mexico (NM state license or compact license with NM as primary state required)
• Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and HWC — all must be in hand prior to consideration, as certifications are not available on site
• Minimum 2 years of OR/surgical nursing experience required
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration
• Candidate's permanent address must be 60 or more miles from the facility to qualify for travel rates and to be eligible for the position

• Hospital scrubs are provided; casual wear and open-toed shoes are not permitted
• All clinical staff working in New Mexico must be fingerprinted before hire — travelers may begin on a 14-day waiver while results are pending, with supervision required during that time
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates cannot be employed full-time elsewhere during the assignment
• Orientation is held weekly on Mondays
• Travel experience is a plus but not required — first-time travelers will be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-706401. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Operating Room

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.