Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Albuquerque, NM
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Advance your nursing career as a Med/Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) with a travel assignment in Albuquerque, New Mexico (zip code 87106). Join a leading Level I Trauma and Teaching Hospital, providing exceptional healthcare to a diverse patient population in a fast-paced clinical environment. Albuquerque is renowned for its vibrant culture, scenic desert landscapes, and outdoor recreation, making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking travel nursing jobs in New Mexico.

Med/Surg Tele RN Job Details

• Location: Albuquerque, NM 87106
• Assignment Type: Travel Nursing Job
• Unit: Med/Surg Telemetry
• Facility: Level I Trauma Center, Children's Hospital, Teaching Hospital
• Start Date: February 23, 2026
• End Date: May 25, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00 - 07:30)
• Weekly Hours: 36 (option for 48 hours available)
• Guaranteed Hours: Contracted weekly hours (facility may call off up to 3 times per assignment)
• Open Positions: 2
• Weekend Requirement: 2 weekends per 4-week schedule (may vary by unit)
• Floating: Required to Med/Surg Tele, PCU, lower acuity settings, and ED within skillset

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – NM or compact state (NM license may be pending at submission)
• Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg Telemetry nursing experience
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS (No RQI certifications accepted)
• Proficiency in IV starts and telemetry monitoring
• Ability to float to similar clinical units as needed
• COVID-19 and flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions accepted with documentation)
• Must reside at least 75 miles from the facility
• Personal transportation required

Med/Surg Tele RN Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in a Med/Surg Telemetry unit
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms using Phillips cardiac monitors
• Start and maintain IVs, manage dysrhythmias, and respond to rapid changes in patient condition
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, and more
• Float to PCU, lower acuity units, and Emergency Department (ED) as required
• Document patient care accurately using Cerner EMR charting system
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and safety standards
• Participate in orientation and required training modules

Discover the unique blend of culture, history, and natural beauty in Albuquerque while making a difference as a travel nurse. Apply now to join our healthcare team and explore rewarding Med/Surg Tele RN jobs in New Mexico!

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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.