Travel Medical Surgical Telemetry RN - $2,055 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Las Cruces, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary
The organization is seeking a Registered Nurse in the Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE) specialty for a shift located in Las Cruces, New Mexico. This role involves providing care across all ages within a diverse patient population, requiring candidates to bring their license on the first day. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to a reputable facility known for quality care and recognized for excellence in the community.

Job Details

• Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico
• Specialty: Medical Surgical with Telemetry (MS TELE)
• Shift: Nights, with a minimum of 36 hours per week
• Certifications: Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), BLS (Basic Life Support), HWC (Hand Washing Certification), NIHSS (National Institute of Health Stroke Scale) required before start
• Experience: 2+ years of experience in medical-surgical and telemetry units; Meditech electronic health record (EHR) experience is mandatory
• Schedule: Night shift, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours weekly
• Required Qualifications: Certification/licensure to practice as an RN in New Mexico; 2+ years of experience in MS/Telemetry; Meditech EHR experience; current ACLS, BLS, HWC, NIHSS certifications; candidates must be at least 60 miles or greater from the facility to be considered
• Preferred Qualifications: Professional personality fit; ability to float to other medical-surgical units as needed
• Additional Information: All clinical staff on assignment in the state of New Mexico must be fingerprinted before hire and provide documentation that the check is being processed. Travelers may start on a 14-day waiver while waiting on results but must be supervised.
• Unit Details: Serves all ages; patient ratios approximately 1:6; trauma level IV; outcomes include high standards of patient safety and comprehensive care.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1266254. 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: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical With Telemetry

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus