Travel Operating Room RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Espanola, New Mexico.

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 4x10hrs
• Hours:
  
  40 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Mar 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced OR RN for a travel assignment in New Mexico, requiring a minimum of two years of large OR experience and at least one prior 13-week travel assignment.

• Work setting is a hospital Operating Room (OR) department
• 10-hour day shifts with a 0630 start time (8-hour shifts also possible)
• 4 days per week, 40 hours per week
• Weekend and on-call availability required as needed
• Floating between departments or local locations within 20 miles is required
• Epic EMR used; experience preferred but not required — on-site training available
• Ortho, EENT, and/or vascular OR experience is a plus

• Active NM or Compact RN license required
• BLS required, completed through American Heart Association, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross
• ACLS and PALS preferred (if obtained, must be from an approved provider)
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience in a large OR setting required
• Must be able to scrub
• ADN or ASN degree required
• At least one completed 13-week travel assignment required
• English fluency required (speaking, reading, and writing)
• Must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment and able to work as part of a team

• Utilizes the nursing process to provide direct patient care, including assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation
• Coordinates care through collaboration with patients, families, and the broader healthcare team
• Responsible for administering medications and treatments per physician orders or standard protocols
• Assumes clinical supervision of LPNs and non-licensed assistive personnel as needed
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• Former permanent staff of this health system must have a one-year waiting period before being considered as a traveler
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-680158. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Operating Room

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.