Med/Surg | Registered Nurse

Travel Med-Surg Registered Nurse – Albuquerque, NM

Take your Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse skills to a rewarding travel nursing assignment in Albuquerque, New Mexico . This 13-week night-shift opportunity offers hands-on care for adult and geriatric patients in a fast-paced, supportive environment with a collaborative interdisciplinary team.

Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident Registered Nurse who thrives in med-surg nursing , values teamwork, and wants the flexibility of a travel assignment. You’ll receive a supportive orientation, a structured unit, and the chance to make a meaningful impact each shift in one of the top New Mexico nursing jobs .

Job Details

• Position: Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse
• Employment Type: Travel Nursing
• Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
• Shifts Per Week: 3 shifts per week
• Weekly Hours: 36 hours
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,460 - $1,540
• Schedule: Weekend coverage required; floating within scope as needed
• Unit Size: 30 beds
• Patient Census: Approximately 24 patients daily
• Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics
• Charting System: Epic experience required

Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse license eligible for New Mexico or compact licensure prior to start
• At least 1 year of Med/Surg nursing experience required; 2 years preferred
• BLS certification required
• Epic charting experience required
• Ability to provide care for adult and geriatric medical-surgical patients
• Comfort with a patient ratio of approximately 1:6
• Strong adaptability and willingness to float to like units within scope
• Travel nursing experience is welcome, and first-time travelers may be considered

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate medical-surgical nursing care on a night shift schedule
• Monitor patient status, administer medications, and support individualized treatment plans
• Manage common med/surg interventions including IV therapy, oxygen support, wound care, and telemetry monitoring
• Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support patient recovery and discharge planning
• Document patient care accurately in Epic and maintain high standards of charting
• Respond quickly to changes in patient condition and escalate concerns appropriately
• Support a smooth, team-oriented environment while adapting to unit needs

Why Albuquerque?

• Sunny skies and a vibrant culture
• Easy access to outdoor adventures and scenic recreation
• A great location for travel nurses looking for a rewarding assignment in the Southwest

Apply now to join a supportive healthcare team and explore this rewarding Albuquerque healthcare job opportunity today.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.