Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Carlsbad, NM
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,053/weekOverview
- Start Date06/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- Skills Checklist
- Updated Resume
Description
Registered Nurse - Med Surg
Location: Carlsbad, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Nights, 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM (floating and call required)
Hours per Week: 36
Job Description
- Provide general medical-surgical inpatient nursing care
- Occasional care of non-critical pediatric patients on the floor
- Patient ratio approximately 1:6
- Floating and call duties required; on-call only for census flex prior to shift if census is low
- EMR system used: MedHost
- Scrub color: Any color accepted
- Blocked scheduling may be accommodated (must be specified in submission)
- 48-hour guarantees are not approved
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in New Mexico
- Minimum 2 years of medical-surgical nursing experience, with at least some experience within the last year
- Current BLS certification required
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Additional Information
- This is a night shift position with floating and call responsibilities
- The role involves general med-surg nursing duties with some pediatric exposure (non-critical)
- Candidates must be prepared for the fingerprinting process specific to New Mexico travelers
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Carlsbad, NM
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Carlsbad, NM here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Carlsbad, NM is lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Carlsbad experiences hot summers with average highs around 95°F and mild winters with average lows around 30°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Carlsbad, NM, and they are relatively easy to find due to the demand from the oil and gas industry in the area.
- Carlsbad is a car-friendly city with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Carlsbad has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues in the area may include allergies due to the desert climate.
- There is a moderate population of travel nurses in the area due to the presence of medical facilities.
- Carlsbad offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking in the Carlsbad Caverns National Park, exploring the Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park, and enjoying water sports at the Brantley Lake State Park.
- There are also local restaurants, art galleries, and occasional music and sports events to enjoy.
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