Travel RN Med Surg Telemetry - $2,110 per week

American Traveler 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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry night shift position in Las Cruces, NM, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and Meditech proficiency.

Details

• Work in the Tele Med/Surg unit of a Level IV trauma, Joint Commission Accredited hospital
• Patient population includes all age groups
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Charting via Meditech EMR — experience is required
• Night shift schedule: 7:30 PM – 7:30 AM
• Every other weekend requirement, with additional weekend hours as needed
• On-call required on an as-needed basis
• Floating to other Med/Surg units required as needed
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active NM or Compact RN license required
• Required certifications (must be AHA): BLS, ACLS, HWC, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg Telemetry nursing experience required
• Meditech EMR experience required
• SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• Candidates must reside 60+ miles from the facility to qualify for travel rates

Additional Information

• Provides diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative inpatient and outpatient care across a spectrum of services
• Orientation is held weekly on Mondays
• All clinical staff on assignment in New Mexico must be fingerprinted prior to start; travelers may begin on a 14-day waiver while results are pending but must be supervised during that time
• Any color scrubs are acceptable; no casual wear permitted
• Candidates who have worked permanently at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates who are currently employed full-time elsewhere are not eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P-713616. 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 Tele

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.