Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Las Cruces, New Mexico.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/31/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Operating Room (OR) Nurse in Las Cruces, New Mexico. This position involves providing comprehensive perioperative nursing care across a broad range of surgical specialties within a Level III Trauma facility. The OR Nurse will be responsible for coordinating patient care during surgical procedures, supporting a diverse caseload including General Surgery, Orthopedics, Gynecology, Robotics, Urology, Hand Surgery, and Podiatry. This role requires strong clinical judgment, adaptability, and collaboration with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.
Job Details:
- Shift: Days, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week, starting on 08/03/2026
- Required Qualifications: Certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS); 2 years of operating room experience; ability to work the scheduled shift; minimum of 0 years of experience (additional details as specified)
- Preferred Qualifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification; experience with general, orthopedic, gynecological, robotic, urology, hand, or podiatry surgeries
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, with call responsibilities; call required on weekdays from 3 pm to 7 am, weekends are 12-hour shifts from 7 am to 7 pm or 7 pm to 7 am; scheduling may include work on holidays and the possibility of working up to 48 hours per week
- Additional Information: The circulating nurse in the OR is responsible for patient safety, documentation, workflow coordination, and sterile field support during surgical procedures. Candidates must have at least 2 years of OR experience and be registered with the state of New Mexico for fingerprinting. Scrubs are hospital laundered and available. EMR systems used include Medhost and PICIS. No floating required. The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless surgical care delivery and adherence to organizational policies and standards.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Posted Date: 2026-07-31
Cross Country Job ID #1282756. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Operating Room
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus