TravelNurseSource
Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room - $2,174 to $2,313 per week in Carlsbad, NM
TravelNurseSource, Carlsbad, New Mexico, us, 88221
Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room - $2,174 to $2,313 per week in Carlsbad, NM
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Location:
Carlsbad, NM
Agency:
Fusion Medical Staffing
Pay:
$2,174 to $2,313 per week
Shift:
Days – 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Length:
13 weeks
Start Date:
1/19/2026
About the Position Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Operating Room RN for a 13‑week travel assignment in Carlsbad, New Mexico. In this role, you will provide comprehensive patient care throughout the perioperative process, ensuring safety and comfort for patients while collaborating with the surgical team.
Required Qualifications
One year of recent experience as an Operating Room RN
Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
Current BLS certification (AHA/ARC)
Preferred Qualifications
ACLS (AHA/ARC), PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications
OR Nursing Certification (CNOR)
Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position
Summary The Operating Room Registered Nurse provides comprehensive patient care throughout the perioperative process. The role involves preparing the operating room, managing surgical equipment, and collaborating with the surgical team to ensure high‑quality, patient‑centered care.
Essential Work Functions
Prepares the operating room by ensuring all required instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies are ready and functional for each surgical procedure.
Assists in positioning and preparing patients for surgery, addressing concerns and ensuring comfort and safety according to procedural requirements.
Maintains a sterile field throughout surgical procedures and adheres to infection control protocols and sterile technique.
Anticipates the needs of the surgical team, providing instruments, supplies, and support promptly to maintain efficient workflow.
Monitors the patient's condition during surgery, documenting significant changes and notifying the surgeon.
Handles surgical instruments and supplies, ensuring their proper use, sterilization, and disposal according to facility protocols.
Manages specimen collection, labeling, and transport according to facility protocols, ensuring accurate diagnostic results.
Documents all aspects of patient care in the perioperative setting accurately and thoroughly.
Participates in patient handoff communication during pre‑ and post‑operative phases, ensuring continuity of care.
Assists in cleaning and restocking the operating room between cases, adhering to infection control and turnover protocols.
Collaborates with the surgical team to ensure compliance with facility policies, procedures, and standards.
Follows hospital safety rules and procedures, including proper use of PPE and infection prevention measures.
Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.
Required Essential Skills
Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
Proficiency with written and verbal instructions and PC skills.
Physical abilities – remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50–100 lbs), push, pull, bend.
Interpersonal skills – work effectively with a variety of personnel.
Technical/motor skills – granularity in manipulation, push/pull, and movement during procedures.
Mental requirements – cope with frequent contact with the public, meet deadlines under pressure, work with minimal supervision, maintain concentration.
Sensory – visual acuity and effective communication.
Benefits
Highly competitive pay for travel professionals.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first‑day coverage.
Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1,560 hours.
Life and short‑term disability.
401(k) matching.
Aggressive refer‑a‑friend bonus program.
24/7 recruiter support.
Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs.
Why Choose Fusion? At Fusion Medical Staffing, we aim to improve the lives of everyone we touch. We offer day‑one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships, awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we support and celebrate you along your journey.
Other Duties Disclaimer To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.
Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer.
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Location:
Carlsbad, NM
Agency:
Fusion Medical Staffing
Pay:
$2,174 to $2,313 per week
Shift:
Days – 5 days x 8 hours
Contract Length:
13 weeks
Start Date:
1/19/2026
About the Position Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Operating Room RN for a 13‑week travel assignment in Carlsbad, New Mexico. In this role, you will provide comprehensive patient care throughout the perioperative process, ensuring safety and comfort for patients while collaborating with the surgical team.
Required Qualifications
One year of recent experience as an Operating Room RN
Valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
Current BLS certification (AHA/ARC)
Preferred Qualifications
ACLS (AHA/ARC), PALS (AHA/ARC) or ENPC certifications
OR Nursing Certification (CNOR)
Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position
Summary The Operating Room Registered Nurse provides comprehensive patient care throughout the perioperative process. The role involves preparing the operating room, managing surgical equipment, and collaborating with the surgical team to ensure high‑quality, patient‑centered care.
Essential Work Functions
Prepares the operating room by ensuring all required instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies are ready and functional for each surgical procedure.
Assists in positioning and preparing patients for surgery, addressing concerns and ensuring comfort and safety according to procedural requirements.
Maintains a sterile field throughout surgical procedures and adheres to infection control protocols and sterile technique.
Anticipates the needs of the surgical team, providing instruments, supplies, and support promptly to maintain efficient workflow.
Monitors the patient's condition during surgery, documenting significant changes and notifying the surgeon.
Handles surgical instruments and supplies, ensuring their proper use, sterilization, and disposal according to facility protocols.
Manages specimen collection, labeling, and transport according to facility protocols, ensuring accurate diagnostic results.
Documents all aspects of patient care in the perioperative setting accurately and thoroughly.
Participates in patient handoff communication during pre‑ and post‑operative phases, ensuring continuity of care.
Assists in cleaning and restocking the operating room between cases, adhering to infection control and turnover protocols.
Collaborates with the surgical team to ensure compliance with facility policies, procedures, and standards.
Follows hospital safety rules and procedures, including proper use of PPE and infection prevention measures.
Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.
Required Essential Skills
Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to read, write, and communicate in the English language.
Proficiency with written and verbal instructions and PC skills.
Physical abilities – remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50–100 lbs), push, pull, bend.
Interpersonal skills – work effectively with a variety of personnel.
Technical/motor skills – granularity in manipulation, push/pull, and movement during procedures.
Mental requirements – cope with frequent contact with the public, meet deadlines under pressure, work with minimal supervision, maintain concentration.
Sensory – visual acuity and effective communication.
Benefits
Highly competitive pay for travel professionals.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first‑day coverage.
Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1,560 hours.
Life and short‑term disability.
401(k) matching.
Aggressive refer‑a‑friend bonus program.
24/7 recruiter support.
Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs.
Why Choose Fusion? At Fusion Medical Staffing, we aim to improve the lives of everyone we touch. We offer day‑one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships, awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we support and celebrate you along your journey.
Other Duties Disclaimer To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned.
Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer.
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