Travel Medical Surgical RN - $2,134 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/09/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 4x12hrs Hours: 48 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 9, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Medical Surgical unit position requiring an NM or compact license and 2 years of experience. Details Work in the Medical Surgical unit Patient ratio of 1:6 Day shift schedule (4x12 hours), 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM 36 or 48 hour weekly options available Weekends required Floating required to like units within scope as needed based on facility needs Epic charting system experience required Requirements Active NM or compact RN license required BLS certification required 2 years of experience preferred Epic charting experience required Experience with IV therapy/phlebotomy, starting and maintaining IVs, and peripheral line care/management Experience with blood product administration and central line blood draws preferred Experience with PICC line management preferred Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management, nasal cannula, oral suctioning, and oxygen administration Experience with high flow nasal cannula (HFNC) preferred Experience with colostomy/ileostomy and feeding tube care and management Experience managing CVA patients Experience administering Heparin, Insulin, and PCA medications Experience with isolation precautions/PPE and wound care/wound vac Experience in Med/Surg and MS/Tele settings Experience with pre/post hemodialysis management and renal failure care Experience with surgical drain management Experience with telemetry monitoring (on-unit and remote) and use of Rapid Response/Code teams Experience with total joint replacement patients Additional Information First time travelers accepted for this unit Must reside outside a 50 mile radius of the facility to be eligible for this position Former staff must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler No travel pairs or groups accepted Brief orientation provided for floating assignments American Traveler Job ID P-764078. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.