Travel Registered Nurse - Operating Room (OR RN) - La Mesa, NM

Discover life in vibrant southern New Mexico as you take on your next Operating Room nursing adventure in scenic La Mesa. This travel opportunity places you near the awe-inspiring Organ Mountains, expansive desert landscapes, and the historic White Sands National Park. Enjoy year-round sunshine, world-renowned Hatch chiles, and hundreds of miles of hiking and biking trails. During downtime, embrace everything from outdoor recreation—like ATV rides and horseback excursions—to exploring local culture and award-winning regional cuisine.

Professionally, you’ll expand your clinical skillset at a highly-regarded facility known for its diverse patient population and Joint Commission accreditation. Exposure to advanced practices in a Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI, and a Certified Primary Stroke Center, will deepen your expertise in perioperative care and broaden your leadership experience. This assignment is an excellent way to grow your resume with notable healthcare achievements and broaden your professional network.

Schedule/Hours:

• Weekly orientation every Monday
• Flexible travel contract

Qualifications:

• Active RN license
• Specialized experience in Operating Room nursing
• All required nursing certifications completed prior to start (additional certifications may be requested)
• Compliance with New Mexico state fingerprinting/background requirements (clinical staff can begin on a 14-day waiver pending results)
• Candidates must reside 60+ miles from the facility to qualify for travel status

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure patient safety and high-quality intraoperative care
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic surgical environment
• Maintain compliance with facility protocols and accrediting standards
• Provide compassionate pre- and post-operative education to patients and families

Benefits & Perks:

• Travel advantages: tax-advantaged stipends and comprehensive travel assistance
• Premium compensation packages
• Healthcare coverage, 401(k) eligibility, and job stability
• The chance to explore one of the country’s sunniest regions while enjoying meaningful leisure and outdoor adventures

Experience exceptional growth and adventure in New Mexico’s Mesilla Valley. If you’re ready to enhance your Operating Room expertise while discovering a remarkable part of the Southwest, submit your application today.