Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Santa Fe, NM
Catalytic Solutions
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,120/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Sick pay
- Life insurance
- Referral bonus
- Health savings account
- Discount program
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- License and certification reimbursement
- Pet insurance
Description
Registered Nurse - Med Surg
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Shift: Nights (7 PM - 7 AM)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse provides clinical care tailored to the patient population on assigned medical-surgical units. Responsibilities include coordinating and implementing patient care while ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency consistent with unit standards. The role requires effective communication, respect for patients and staff, and adherence to organizational goals.
Work Environment
- Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:6
- Floating to other Medical-Surgical units as needed
- EMR system used: EPIC
- Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious diseases
- Clean, well-lit, ventilated, smoke-free environment
- Varied working hours with flexibility for emergencies and schedule changes
- Physical demands include prolonged standing/walking, patient positioning, and manual dexterity
Schedule Requirements
- Weekend shifts every other weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
- No on-call requirement
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico
- Minimum 2 years of Medical-Surgical nursing experience
- Medical-Surgical nursing experience within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited program
Skills & Competencies
- Knowledge and skills appropriate to the patient population served
- Sensitivity to patients’ rights in care delivery
- Clear and age-appropriate communication skills
Physical Requirements
- Ability to handle emergency/crisis situations
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, pushing, transferring patients or equipment
- Good visual and auditory acuity (normal or corrected)
- Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination
Supervision
- Reports to Patient Care Director or Manager
Note: Prior travel experience is not specified as required for this position.
Employer
Catalytic Solutions
At Catalytic Solutions, we’re redefining what healthcare staffing should feel like. We believe outstanding patient care begins with clinicians who feel supported, respected, and empowered. That’s why we combine personalized recruiter relationships with transparent, tech-driven processes that make every assignment simple, seamless, and rewarding.
We partner with top healthcare systems nationwide to deliver high-quality travel nurses and allied professionals at competitive rates—while ensuring our clinicians earn industry-leading pay packages. Behind every placement is our experienced operations team handling compliance, credentialing, and communication so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.
Catalytic Solutions—where clinicians thrive, partners trust us, and healthcare staffing gets smarter.
About Santa Fe, NM
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Santa Fe, NM here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, especially in housing and healthcare.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Summer average high is around 85°F and low is around 50°F.
- Winter average high is around 45°F and low is around 20°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available, but they may be limited due to the popularity of the city.
- It's recommended to start the search early.
- The city is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is convenient for getting around.
- Santa Fe has a diverse population with a mix of Native American, Hispanic, and Caucasian residents.
- The age range is varied, with a significant population of retirees.
- Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns due to the city's elevation.
- There is a growing community of travel nurses in the area.
- Santa Fe offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving traditional New Mexican dishes.
- The city is also known for its art galleries, music venues, and outdoor activities such as hiking and skiing in the nearby mountains.
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