Registered Nurse (RN) – Operating Room (OR) Circulator

Taphealthcare; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tap Healthcare Solutions is seeking a dedicated RN – OR Circulator to join a collaborative surgical team in Los Alamos, New Mexico. You will provide perioperative nursing care before, during, and after procedures while supporting patient safety and comfort.

The OR Circulator will partner with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and staff to maintain a safe, efficient OR. Ideal candidates demonstrate strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• ADN from an accredited nursing program.
• Active and unrestricted RN license in New Mexico or eligible for licensure.
• BLS certification.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operating room environment.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

ADN

Job description

Position Overview

Tap Healthcare Solutions is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Registered Nurse (RN) – Operating Room (OR) Circulator to join a collaborative surgical services team in Los Alamos, New Mexico. In this role, you will provide comprehensive perioperative nursing care, ensuring patient safety before, during, and after surgical procedures while serving as a vital member of the operating room team.

The OR Circulator will collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical technologists, and other healthcare professionals to maintain a safe, efficient, and patient-centered surgical environment. This position offers competitive compensation ranging from approximately $65,000 to $75,000 annually based on experience and the opportunity to grow within a dynamic perioperative setting.

Required Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program.
• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New Mexico or eligibility for licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operating room environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Operating Room (OR) or Perioperative nursing experience preferred.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred.
• Experience circulating a variety of surgical specialties.
• Knowledge of sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and perioperative patient safety standards.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a patient-focused Registered Nurse with a passion for perioperative care and surgical services. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary surgical teams while ensuring exceptional patient care throughout the surgical experience.