Med/Surg | RN

Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel | Artesia, NM


Travel Med/Surg RN - 13-week assignment in Artesia, NM. Join a supportive acute care team as a Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) on night shift and advance your travel nursing career in New Mexico. First-time travel nurses welcome.


Quick Job Snapshot

• Position: Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) - Travel Nurse, Medical-Surgical / Telemetry
• Location: Artesia, NM 88210 (New Mexico nursing jobs / travel nursing jobs)
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,930 - $2,030
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 23, 2026 - July 23, 2026)
• Shift: 12 Hour Nights (7pm - 7am) - Night Shift RN / Telemetry RN
• Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed
• Setting: Acute Care - Medical/Surgical Unit (PCU/Stepdown experience valued)

Why This Travel Nursing Job


Work in a progressive acute care facility with modern equipment and a collaborative team. Artesia offers small-town hospitality, Southwestern landscapes, and outdoor recreation - ideal for travel nurses seeking professional growth and a vibrant community experience.


Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recent Med/Surg and Telemetry RN experience required (Medical-Surgical RN / Telemetry RN)
• PCU/Stepdown experience a plus
• Active RN license (New Mexico or multi-state compact)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Ability to read and interpret telemetry strips and use Mindray cardiac monitors
• Experience titrating drips (insulin, amiodarone, levophed) and managing invasive monitors
• Comfort with intubation support and respiratory equipment management
• First-time travel nurses encouraged to apply
• Completion of required onboarding modules prior to start (approx. 20 hours; compensated up to 6 hours)

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care for Medical-Surgical and PCU patients
• Monitor and manage patients with invasive lines, drips, and telemetry-Telemetry RN duties
• Read and interpret telemetry using Mindray cardiac monitors and respond appropriately
• Maintain intubation readiness and assist with respiratory equipment as needed
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including nurse aides and respiratory therapists
• Perform AccuChecks, assist with patient ADLs, transfers, and transports
• Document clinical care accurately in TruBridge - Evident (CPSI) electronic charting system
• Participate in unit orientation, ongoing education, and support scheduling needs including holiday rotations

Schedule & Uniform

• Night shift: 12-hour shifts (7pm - 7am)
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday rotation: May be required
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs

Ready to take the next step in your travel nursing career? Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Med/Surg RN in Artesia, NM. Click Apply to submit your resume or contact our recruiter for details on this travel nursing job in New Mexico.


Join our healthcare team today - make a difference as a Travel Nurse (Med/Surg / Telemetry RN) and enjoy the lifestyle and professional opportunities Artesia has to offer.


Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision


Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.