Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance available
University of New Mexico Hospital is hiring Registered Nurses for General OR, Pediatric OR, Ophthalmology, and perioperative training opportunities. Join New Mexico’s only Level I Trauma Center and the state’s only children’s hospital, where you’ll work with a collaborative surgical team caring for diverse and complex patients.
Why Join UNM Hospital?
Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus
Relocation assistance available
$36.18 – $47.96/hour, based on experience
Shift differentials: 17% weekday nights, 26% weekend nights, 15% weekend days
No OR experience needed for eligible training opportunities
Full-time roles across multiple OR and perioperative departments
Academic medical center environment with trauma, pediatric, ophthalmology, and specialty surgical experience
Currently Hiring For
General OR
Work in a fast-paced, 24/7 operating room with 18 ORs supporting New Mexico’s only Level I trauma program. Schedules are typically 3x12-hour shifts with self-scheduling and call rotation.
Pediatric OR Mon-Fri 4x10 Shifts
Provide specialized surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents in a supportive, family-centered environment at New Mexico’s only children’s hospital.
Ophthalmology / Eye Surgery Mon-Fri 4x10 Shifts
Support specialized ophthalmology and eye surgery services in a collaborative perioperative setting.
Responsibilities
Provide direct nursing care to assigned patients
Assist with procedures and special tests
Administer medications and communicate clinical findings
Collaborate with the healthcare team on individualized care plans
Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and families
Support patient safety policies, procedures, and protocols
Participate in orientation, education, and professional development
Serve as a clinical resource, preceptor, or relief charge nurse when designated
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of a nationally accredited nursing program
Active New Mexico RN license or eligibility through reciprocal agreement
CPR/BLS certification, or ability to obtain within 30 days of start date
Ability to obtain UNMH IV Verification within 6 months
Ability to complete required unit-based competencies and certifications
Preferred Qualifications
BSN
OR, perioperative, trauma, pediatric, surgical services, ophthalmology, or inpatient nursing experience
Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Keres, Tewa, Tiwa, Towa, Zuni, or Navajo
National certification in area of specialty
Apply today to join UNM Hospital’s OR team in Albuquerque. Qualified applicants will be contacted by a hiring manager within 48 hours to discuss available opportunities.
University of New Mexico Hospital is hiring RNs for General OR, Pediatric OR, Ophthalmology, and OR training opportunities at our Lomas Campus in Albuquerque.
Why Join UNM Hospital?
Relocation assistance available
$34.84 – $47.33/hour, based on experience
Shift differentials: 17% weekday nights, 26% weekend nights, 15% weekend days
Full-time roles across multiple OR specialties
Hiring manager follow-up within 48 hours for qualified applicants
Currently Hiring For
General OR
Work in a fast-paced, 24/7 operating room with 18 ORs supporting New Mexico’s only Level I trauma program.
Pediatric OR
Provide specialized surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents in a family-centered environment.
Ophthalmology / Eye Surgery
Support specialized ophthalmology and eye surgery services.
Surgical Services Peri-Op Program
6 month program working 4x10hr shifts to develop OR Nurse skills for RN's without prior OR experience. The majority of training is conducted on the day shift with one rotation on the night shift. The program consists of classroom didactics and on the job training with preceptors in the different service specialties.
Pay: $36.18 - $47.96 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
