NICU RN
Las Cruces, NM
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Join a rewarding NICU travel nursing assignment in Las Cruces, NM, and bring your neonatal nursing expertise to a fast-paced Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. This 13-week RN opportunity offers 12-hour night shifts, strong weekly pay, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on newborns and families in southern New Mexico.

Job Details

• Position: NICU Registered Nurse (Travel RN)
• Location: Las Cruces, NM 88011
• Healthcare Setting: Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Start Date: August 23, 2026
• End Date: November 22, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,910 - $2,010
• Assignment Type: Travel Nursing Job

Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
• At least 1 year of recent nursing experience, preferably in NICU, neonatal care, or pediatric critical care
• Ability to complete all required pre-start compliance steps for New Mexico, including fingerprinting and background check processing
• All required certifications and documentation must be in place prior to start
• Strong assessment skills and the ability to remain calm in a fast-paced critical care environment
• Reliable, team-oriented approach with excellent communication and compassionate patient care

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to neonates in the NICU
• Monitor patient status, recognize changes promptly, and escalate concerns as needed
• Support treatment plans, medication administration, and ongoing clinical documentation
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to deliver high-quality neonatal care
• Educate and support families with compassion throughout the care process
• Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient patient care environment

Why You'll Love Las Cruces

• Experience travel nursing in sunny southern New Mexico
• Enjoy easy access to White Sands National Park, the Organ Mountains, and the Mesilla Valley
• Take advantage of year-round outdoor recreation and scenic desert landscapes

Apply now for this NICU Registered Nurse travel job in Las Cruces, New Mexico, and join a healthcare team committed to exceptional neonatal care.

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