Travel Nurse RN - Acute Care
Las Cruces, NM
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,142/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a rewarding NICU Registered Nurse travel assignment in Las Cruces, New Mexico, caring for neonatal patients in a fast-paced Level II NICU and Special Care Nursery. This opportunity is ideal for a compassionate RN who thrives in acute care, supports high-risk deliveries, and wants to work in one of New Mexico’s most scenic and welcoming communities. Apply now to bring your neonatal nursing skills to a collaborative healthcare team.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico
- Start Date: 08/23/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed hours
- Weekend Rotation: Rotating weekends
- Call: No call required
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,910 - $2,010
- Setting: Level II NICU / Special Care Nursery
- Float: May float to Labor & Delivery for well-baby couplet care only
Registered Nurse Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) credential required
- BLS and NRP required
- Any experience level considered
- Comfort working with neonatal patients in a Level II NICU setting
- Ability to support high-risk deliveries and Cesarean sections as part of the care team
- Strong communication, teamwork, and patient-focused nursing skills
NICU Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality nursing care for neonates in a Level II NICU environment
- Attend high-risk deliveries and Cesarean sections
- Monitor patient status and respond appropriately to changes in condition
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary staff to support safe, quality patient care
- Assist with well-baby couplet care in Labor & Delivery when floating is needed
- Follow unit standards and maintain a safe, supportive environment for patients and families
Explore this Las Cruces nursing job today and take the next step in your travel nursing career. Apply now for this NICU travel assignment in New Mexico.
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
GHR Healthcare
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About Las Cruces, NM
As a travel 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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