Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Los Alamos, New Mexico.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: OR - Operating Room
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/06/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary Operating Room (OR) Nurse, located in Los Alamos, NM - will provide specialized perioperative nursing care in a 3-bed surgical unit serving all ages. The role involves supporting surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with healthcare teams to deliver high-quality care during surgeries.
Job Details
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, and healthcare-specific licensure required to work as an RN in New Mexico.
Location Requirements: Candidates must be 60 miles or greater from the facility to be considered.
Experience Requirement: 2+ years of nursing experience in an OR setting preferred.
Schedule: Days shift, 8 hours shift, minimum 40 hours per week.
Responsibilities include pre-operative preparation, intraoperative care, and post-operative recovery support for patients of all ages.
Additional Information: Willingness to work every other weekend or as needed, with approximately 10-11 days of call per month if only two staff members are scheduled, potentially increasing to 15-16 days if staffing is limited.
Submission Requirements: All candidates must have current required certifications at the time of submission.
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
Cross Country Job ID #1323947. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 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
Numbers & Facts
Location
Los Alamos, NM
Skills
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
Healthcareunmatched
Job Requisition Postingunmatched
Nursingunmatched
Operating Room Nursingunmatched
Patient Safetyunmatched
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)unmatched
Perioperative Nursingunmatched
Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
Reimbursementunmatched
Surgical Proceduresunmatched
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