Emergency Department RN
Farmington, NM
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced travel RN for an Emergency Department position at a Level III trauma center in Farmington, NM, requiring a minimum of 2 years of ED experience and certifications including TNCC.

Details

• Emergency Department in a 198-bed Level III trauma center serving the Four Corners region of New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, and Utah
• The ED has 48 beds with flex space, accommodating a diverse patient population including ESRD, cirrhosis, COPD, and psychiatric patients
• Patient ratios are 4:1 in the main ED and 6:1 in Fast Track
• Common diagnoses and treatments include ESRD, substance abuse disorders, psychological disorders, COPD, CHF, abdominal pain, and chest pain
• Required procedures and skills include trauma, stroke, STEMI, sepsis management, and moderate sedation
• Equipment used includes Zoll Defibrillator, Level One Blood Transfuser, QinFlow Blood Warmer, Hospira Plum360, Freestyle and iStat POC, and ultrasound-guided IV
• EMR is Cerner
• Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Minimum of two weekends per schedule required
• No on-call or float requirements
• 13-week contract with 36 hours per week

Requirements

• Active NM or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC — all must be from the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Experience with trauma, stroke, STEMI, sepsis, and moderate sedation required
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or higher required

Additional Information

• The facility is a Level III trauma center; due to its regional location, Level I, II, and III trauma cases are flown in
• The ED operates on a team nursing and pod system model
• A social worker and a unit educator are assigned to the department
• The facility has received notable recognitions including a Reputation 800 Award in Healthcare and is ranked among the Top 20 Most Beautiful Hospitals in the U.S.
• Farmington, NM is located in the San Juan River Valley, offering access to three rivers, four golf courses, five lakes, six National Parks, hiking, kayaking, and historical sightseeing
• Farmington is approximately 1 hour from Durango, CO and 3 hours from Albuquerque, NM