RN - CCU
Las Cruces, NM
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs
Referral Bonus
$2,066/weekOverview
- Start Date06/23/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
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
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse (CCU) – Travel Position
Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
- Provide nursing care in a Critical Care Unit (CCU) setting.
- Position is travel assignment; candidates must reside at least 60 miles away to qualify as travelers.
- Orientation occurs weekly on Mondays.
Facility Highlights
- Joint Commission Accredited
- Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI
- Certified Primary Stroke Center
- 199-bed hospital
- Located in a region with year-round sunshine and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico
- Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in Coronary Care Unit (CCU)
- Current certifications prior to start: ACLS, BLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Must comply with New Mexico state fingerprinting and background check requirements:
- Fingerprinting required before hire for all clinical staff except physicians
- May start on a 14-day waiver period while fingerprint results are pending, but must be supervised during this time
Additional Notes
- No explicit years of experience specified; standard RN CCU experience expected.
- No mention of prior travel experience requirement.
- Shift details not specified.
Employer
Host Healthcare
232 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Bethany has been working with me on a couple contracts as a travel PT. She has been extremely responsive and supportive. She was able to help me navigate a contract with a difficult facility and expeditiously find a new contract for me in the same area.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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.
Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.
About Las Cruces, NM
As a Travel Coronary Care 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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