Med Surg RN
Las Cruces, NM
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$1,966/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Experienced Med/Surg Registered Nurse needed for a 13-week travel nurse assignment in Las Cruces, NM. This night-shift medical-surgical nursing opportunity offers 12-hour shifts, 36 guaranteed hours, and the chance to provide high-quality acute care in a supportive hospital setting while enjoying sunny Southern New Mexico and easy access to White Sands National Park and the Organ Mountains.
Job Details
- Specialty: Medical-Surgical Nursing / Med-Surg RN
- Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico
- Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN)
- Start Date: 08/09/2026
- End Date: 11/08/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
- Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed hours
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,750 - $1,840
- Patient Ratio: 1:6
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
- Orientation: Weekly on Mondays
Job Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Minimum of 2 years of recent Med/Surg experience
- Required certifications and compliance documentation completed prior to start
- Must meet New Mexico fingerprinting and background check requirements before hire
- Travel candidates must live 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify for travel status
- Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced acute care environment
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, compassionate nursing care to adult medical-surgical patients
- Assess, monitor, and document patient status throughout the shift
- Administer medications, treatments, and interventions according to care plans and provider orders
- Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support positive patient outcomes
- Respond promptly to changes in condition and escalate concerns as needed
- Support admissions, discharges, patient education, and ongoing care coordination
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused patient care environment
Ready to take the next step in your travel nursing career? Apply now for this Med/Surg RN job in Las Cruces, New Mexico, and join a team committed to excellent patient care.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
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About Las Cruces, NM
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Las Cruces, NM here's what you should know:- Las Cruces has a cost of living that is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- The average high in summer is around 95°F, and the average low in winter is around 30°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Las Cruces, with options available for furnished housing.
- Las Cruces is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- The city has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to the desert climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Las Cruces offers a variety of restaurants with a focus on Southwestern cuisine.
- The city has a vibrant art scene, with galleries and museums showcasing local talent.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and exploring nearby national parks.
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