Travel Registered Nurse - Med Surg - $1,891 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Apr 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel RN for a Med/Surg position in Carlsbad, NM, requiring 2+ years of experience, ACLS, BLS, and a NM or Compact RN license.

Details

• General Medical-Surgical inpatient nursing unit with a rehab component
• Day shift: 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Floating is required for this position
• On-call may be assigned as a census flex call prior to shift start when census is low; there is no standard on-call schedule
• EMR: MedHost
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active NM or Compact RN license required
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications required; no certifications may expire within the first 30 days of the start date
• PALS certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg RN experience required
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more in the past 12 months
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to qualify for this travel position
• Fingerprinting is required for all travelers working in New Mexico

Additional Information

• Any scrub color is acceptable
• RTO requests must be less than one week in duration
• Candidates who have worked at any CHS facility as permanent staff within the past 2 years are not eligible for this position
• Block scheduling may be accommodated upon request

American Traveler Job ID #P-680261. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg

About American Traveler

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.

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