Registered Nurse (RN) – OR Circulator
Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Eligibility
- Perioperative CareSurgical Services
- Shift
- Days
- Unit
- OR
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Posted Jul 25
The work and the unit
- Unit
- OR
- Specialty
- OR Circulator · Perioperative Care · Surgical Services · OR
Schedule and commitments
- Shift
- Days
- Weekends
- Weekends required
- On call
- On-call rotation
- Term
- Permanent
Pay and benefits
- Against the board
- Below most New Mexico OR postingsNew Mexico OR postings that state pay run $47/hr to $64/hr, the middle half $47/hr to $58/hr, across 21 postings.
- Relocation
- Help offered
- Relocation assistance
- Sign-On Bonus
What's around it?
Living costs about 8% below the US average
- Median rent
- $1,359/mo
- Household income
- $141,018/yr, all local households, not nurse pay
From Census ACS 2024.
About this role
Location: Los Alamos, NM Job Type: Full-Time | Days
Compensation
$65,000 – $75,000 annually + Sign-On Bonus + Relocation Assistance
Join a Mission-Driven Healthcare Team
We're partnering with a respected regional healthcare organization seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) – OR Circulator to join its Surgical Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for an RN who is passionate about delivering exceptional perioperative care while working in a collaborative, patient-focused environment.
If you're looking for a role where your clinical expertise makes a meaningful impact and where you'll be supported in your professional growth, we'd love to hear from you.
As an OR Circulator RN, you will
Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care throughout the perioperative process. Assess, monitor, and document patient conditions before, during, and after surgery. Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and the surgical team to ensure excellent patient outcomes. Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and nursing standards. Advocate for patient safety and comfort while maintaining a sterile surgical environment. Educate patients and families regarding procedures, recovery, and post-operative care. Respond effectively to changing patient conditions and prioritize care accordingly.
Qualifications
Required
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or higher
- Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Ability to work in a fast-paced surgical environment
Preferred
- Previous Operating Room or Circulator experience
- PALS certification (or willingness to obtain within 3 months of hire)
- One year of nursing experience
Schedule
- Full-Time
- Day Shift
- Rotating weekends
- Shared on-call, holiday, and weekend responsibilities
- Flexibility in scheduling may be required
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Sourced from a public job board.
How this role fits you
About the employer
On your path
Operating Room is a specialty you move into. Periop programs often train from the ground up.
Worth asking
The posting doesn’t answer these. Good ones to ask a recruiter or in the interview.
- Can you walk me through differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours and holiday?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
