Travel Med Surg Telemetry RN - $1,894 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/30/2026
• 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 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position in Northern New Mexico, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and the ability to care for surgical and geriatric patients on a night shift schedule.

Details

• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 13-week contract
• Med/Surg Telemetry unit located on the 2nd floor of a 47-bed acute care facility
• 15-bed unit with a 5:1 patient ratio
• Adult and geriatric patient population, predominantly geriatric
• Surgical patient care is a primary responsibility of this role
• Stepdown and telemetry strip interpretation experience preferred
• Equipment: GE monitoring systems
• EHR: Medhost
• Minimum of 4 weekend hours required per month
• No on-call requirements
• Floating to other units is possible but rarely required

Requirements

• Active NM or Compact RN license required
• Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and PALS
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Experience caring for surgical patients required
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• This facility is a major healthcare provider for Northern New Mexico with approximately 300 healthcare employees
• Candidates must permanently reside more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates may not be employed full-time elsewhere during this assignment
• Any color scrubs are acceptable
• A team-oriented attitude and ability to work effectively with limited resources is highly valued

American Traveler Job ID #P-737073. 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.