Travel Registered Nurse - Operating Room

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Taos, New Mexico.

Job Description and Requirements

• Specialty: OR - Operating Room
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 03/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Travel Nurse Assignment

Operating Room Registered Nurse (Travel) – Taos, NM | 13-week perioperative assignment; orthopedic and robotic OR circulator needed.

Location and Quick Facts

• Location: Taos, New Mexico (Zip: 87571) — Taos healthcare, New Mexico nursing jobs, Southwest travel nursing
• Assignment Type: Travel Nurse (13-week contract)
• Unit: Operating Room (OR) – RN Circulator, Perioperative Nurse
• Start / End Dates: March 30, 2026 – June 29, 2026
• Shift: Day shifts; 4x10-hour (07:00–17:00) or 5x8-hour (traveler preference; flexibility required)
• Hours per Week: 40
• Patient Age Groups: Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults

Compensation

• Estimated Weekly Salary Range: $2,370 - $2,500 per week

Position Summary

Join a community-focused hospital in scenic Taos as an Operating Room RN Circulator (travel nurse). This perioperative nursing role supports a broad surgical case mix, emphasizing orthopedic and robotic-assisted procedures (Da Vinci Xi). Ideal candidates are experienced OR RNs seeking New Mexico travel nursing assignments and a supportive operating room team.

Key Qualifications (OR RN - Travel)

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in hand prior to start date (required)
• Minimum 2.5 years recent Operating Room RN experience; 3+ years preferred
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS
• Strong orthopedic OR experience and robotic surgery experience (Da Vinci Xi) required
• C-section and OB/GYN OR experience highly desired
• Comfortable with a variety of surgical procedures across general, pediatric, urology, and gynecologic specialties
• Two professional references required at time of submission
• Flu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Must comply with strict substance policy (zero tolerance for marijuana)

Primary Responsibilities (OR Circulator / Perioperative Nurse)

• Function as the circulating RN for a wide range of procedures, ensuring patient safety and aseptic technique in the operating room
• Support orthopedic surgeries (total joints, arthroscopy, ORIF), robotic-assisted surgeries (Da Vinci Xi), and general surgical cases
• Participate in C-sections, OB/GYN cases, pediatric surgeries, and common general surgery procedures (appendectomy, cholecystectomy, hernia repair, colon resection, hysterectomy, DandC)
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia, and perioperative staff to optimize patient outcomes
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation and adhere to hospital protocols and safety standards
• Demonstrate flexibility with shift preferences and willingness to assist across the OR suite
• Complete orientation and participate in ongoing professional development relevant to perioperative nursing

Why Join This Taos Travel Nursing Opportunity?

• Work in a community hospital with diverse surgical case volume — excellent for perioperative and robotic OR RNs
• Experience Taos: vibrant arts, historic adobe architecture, and year-round outdoor recreation
• Ideal for travel nurses seeking New Mexico nursing jobs and short-term OR assignments

Ready to take the next step in your perioperative nursing career? Apply now to be considered for this Operating Room Registered Nurse travel assignment in Taos, New Mexico. Join our healthcare team today and make an immediate impact in a beautiful Southwest location!

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GHR Healthcare Job ID #465325. 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: OR

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