Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma in Carlsbad, NM

Registered Nurse (RN) | Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma
Location: Carlsbad, NM
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency Department (Travel)

Location

Carlsbad, New Mexico

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | Nights (6:30 PM – 7:00 AM) | 13-Week Assignment | Floating and call required

Key Responsibilities

• Hold shift accountability for providing care to Emergency Department patients utilizing the Nursing Process in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act and facility policies and procedures
• Demonstrate critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, and leadership in anticipating and planning for the safe delivery of patient care in the Emergency Department
• Perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings effectively to the care team
• Administer medications proficiently and monitor for side effects
• Delegate patient care priorities commensurate with the education and experience of available staff; provide direction and supervision of assigned personnel
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of patient care while adhering to safety standards, infection control protocols, and quality improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) licensure valid in New Mexico
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department nursing experience
• Current ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC, and ENPC certifications required
• Must be registered with the State of New Mexico (fingerprinting required for all New Mexico travelers; process may take several weeks)
• Proficiency with EMR systems; experience with MedHost (EDIS) a plus
• Ability to float and fulfill call requirements (available at minimum 2 hours prior to shift start)

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Current NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification
• Prior experience in a Level 3 Trauma Emergency Department setting
• Familiarity with a 4:1 patient ratio environment

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a Level 3 Trauma Emergency Department with a projected start date of July 2026 and immediate consideration for qualified candidates
• Gain valuable travel nursing experience in a dynamic Emergency Department environment with a supportive scheduling structure