Travel Contract

Med Surg Telemetry Registered Nurse
Farmington, NM
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$1,929/week

Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$1,929/week

Benefits

Referral bonus
School loan reimbursement
Vision benefits
Wellness and fitness programs
Company provided housing options
License and certification reimbursement
Life insurance
Medical benefits
Mileage reimbursement
Pet insurance
Discount program
Employee assistance programs
Guaranteed Hours
Health savings account
Holiday Pay
401k retirement plan
Continuing Education
Dental benefits

Qualifications

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Education

Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing

License

New Mexico Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

Registered Nurse – Med Surg Telemetry

Location

Farmington, New Mexico

Employment Type

Travel contract
Contract length: 13 weeks

Unit & Facility Overview

Medical Unit with 43 beds
Trauma Level II facility
Patient population: adults (18 years and older)
Patient ratios: 1:5 and 1:6
Equipment used: vital signs machine, bladder scanner, IV pumps, thermal imaging, lifts, tube feeding pumps
Electronic Health Record system: Cerner

Schedule & Hours

Night shift: 7 PM – 7 AM
Weekly guaranteed hours: 36
Weekend shifts: recommended minimum of 2 per month
Call requirements: none
Block scheduling considered on a case-by-case basis
Option for 36 or 48 guaranteed hours

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico
Minimum 2 years of Med Surg / Telemetry nursing experience, including experience within the last year
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Job Responsibilities & Common Diagnoses

Care for patients with diagnoses such as cirrhosis, sepsis, pneumonia, respiratory illnesses, wounds, congestive heart failure (CHF)
Float to other units as needed per facility requirements

Additional Notes

Area specific competency exam and skills checklist required for submission
Screening questions part of the application process
Facility serves a broad region including parts of New Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, and Utah
Located in a scenic area with outdoor recreational opportunities nearby

Employer

Host Healthcare

4.8rating(1050 reviews)

232 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

Friendly, professional,

Cons

None

Recommends working with Host Healthcare

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Med Surg / Telemetry (RN)

Review of Tiffany Smith on Apr 28, 2026

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At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.

We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.

During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.

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About Farmington, NM

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Farmington, NM here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Farmington's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows can drop to 20°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Farmington.

Transportation

Farmington is car-friendly, with limited public transportation options.

Demographics

The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
There is a small but active community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

Farmington offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating.
There are also local restaurants, art galleries, and occasional music and sports events.

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