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Los Alamos Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse, OR Circulator to join our perioperative team within our Healthcare & Medical Services department. As a key member of the operating room staff, you will play a central role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compassionate surgical care for patients in the Los Alamos community. In this position, you will function as the circulating nurse for a variety of surgical procedures, advocating for the patient and coordinating all aspects of care inside the operating room. You will conduct thorough pre-operative nursing assessments, verify consents and required documentation, and help prepare patients physically and emotionally for surgery. During procedures, you will manage the OR environment, maintain strict adherence to sterile and aseptic techniques, implement surgical safety checklists, and collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, scrub staff, and other team members to anticipate needs and respond quickly to changes in patient status. You will be responsible for accurate medication administration, intraoperative patient monitoring, and timely, precise documentation in the electronic medical record. Following surgery, you will assist with safe patient transfers, communicate critical information to the post-anesthesia care unit, and provide education and reassurance to patients and families. A strong focus on infection prevention, equipment and supply management, and continuous quality improvement is essential. Los Alamos Medical Center is a key healthcare provider in Los Alamos, NM, offering comprehensive medical services including emergency care, surgery, and specialty clinics to meet diverse patient needs. Our culture is centered around compassion, teamwork, and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and community well-being. As an OR Circulator RN, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team that values mutual respect, open communication, and collaboration to achieve the best outcomes for every patient. Working at Los Alamos Medical Center offers the chance to be part of a dedicated team providing critical healthcare services in a community-focused environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth. You can expect support for continuing education, specialty certifications, and skill development in perioperative nursing. This role is ideal for a nurse who thrives in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment, is comfortable making sound clinical decisions under pressure, and is passionate about patient advocacy throughout the surgical experience. The Registered Nurse, OR Circulator will typically work on-site in the hospital’s operating rooms, following scheduled shifts that may include days, evenings, on-call rotations, weekends, and holidays based on departmental needs. Candidates should bring strong assessment skills, excellent communication, and a commitment to safety, quality, and compassionate patient care while upholding the mission and values of Los Alamos Medical Center.

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