Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Albuquerque, NM
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Advance your nursing career with a 13-week travel assignment as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) in Albuquerque, NM (87106). Join a leading Level I Trauma and Teaching Hospital, providing critical emergency care to a diverse patient population in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Albuquerque is a top destination for travel nurses, offering Southwestern culture, scenic mountain views, and a vibrant arts scene—making it an excellent choice for your next nursing job.

Estimated Weekly Pay

• Weekly Salary Range: $1680 - $1800

ER RN Travel Job Details

• Location: Albuquerque, NM 87106 (New Mexico travel nursing jobs)
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: March 9, 2026
• End Date: June 8, 2026
• Facility Type: Level I Trauma Center, Children's Hospital, Teaching Hospital
• Shift: Night shifts, 3x12-hour shifts per week (19:00 – 07:30)
• Hours per Week: 36 (option for 48 hours available)
• Patient Ratio: 1:5
• Scrub Color: Black
• Charting System: Cerner
• Parking: Free onsite parking

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (New Mexico or compact state; NM license can be pending at submission)
• Minimum 2 years of recent Emergency Room nursing experience (Level I Trauma RN experience strongly preferred; exceptional candidates with 1.5 years considered)
• Travel nursing experience preferred; first-time travel nurses with strong Level I Trauma experience may be considered
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC (must have TNCC prior to submission), NIHSS (can be obtained before compliance due date)
• No RQI certifications accepted
• No local candidates within 75 miles of Albuquerque
• COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions accepted with documentation)
• Ability to float to Adult PCUs and ED Holding as needed

ER Nurse Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate emergency nursing care to trauma and resuscitation patients
• Administer IV and other medications following safety protocols and barcode scanning procedures
• Accurately document and communicate clinical findings using Cerner EMR
• Perform triage, manage acute and chronic conditions, and respond to emergency situations
• Care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients in a busy Emergency Department
• Float to Adult Progressive Care Units (PCUs), ED Holding, and Trauma areas as needed
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including respiratory therapy, radiology, pharmacy, and social services
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies and complete required orientation and training modules

Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team in Albuquerque, NM, and take the next step in your travel nursing career!

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