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

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Espanola, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• 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: Aug 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced travel RN for a Med/Surg night shift position in Espanola, NM, requiring a NM or Compact RN license and at least 2 years of Med/Surg experience.

Details

• 13-week travel contract at a hospital-based surgical/med-surg unit
• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM, 12-hour shifts
• 36 hours per week, 3 days per week
• Floating between departments and/or local locations within 20 miles is required
• Epic EMR used on-site; training available for those without prior Epic experience

Requirements

• Active RN license in New Mexico or a Compact State currently in hand
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross required
• Minimum 2 years of current Med/Surg experience required
• ADN or ASN degree required
• At least one prior 13-week travel nursing assignment required
• Must be adaptable to a fast-paced environment and work effectively as part of a team

Additional Information

• Provides direct patient care using the nursing process, including assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and documenting individual patient needs
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed and coordinates care in collaboration with the patient, family, and healthcare team
• Assumes clinical supervision of LPNs and non-licensed assistive personnel
• Identifies and addresses patient and family education and discharge needs throughout the episode of care
• Former permanent staff of this health system must wait one year before being considered as a traveler
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-729447. 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

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.