ICU Registered Nurse
Carlsbad, NM
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,929/weekOverview
- Start Date07/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- 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 (ICU) - Travel Assignment
Location: Carlsbad, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Days (6:30 AM – 6:30 PM)
Hours per Week: 36
Job Description
- Provide total care for ICU patients in a 12-bed unit with a patient ratio of 1:2-3.
- Manage ventilators, titratable drips, medication mixing, and patient hygiene.
- Floating required to Emergency Room (ER) and Medical-Surgical (Med Surg) departments:
- ER floating involves assisting with call lights, medication administration, transport, IV starts, and blood draws without taking patient assignments.
- Med Surg floating may require taking a full patient assignment (up to 6 patients) or acting as an aide (up to 12 patients).
- No on-call required.
- Holiday shifts are required.
- Electronic Medical Record system used: MedHost.
- Scrub color: Any.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in New Mexico
- Minimum 2 years of ICU (Intensive Care Unit) nursing experience, including experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications
- Emergency Department (ER) experience
- Medical-Surgical (Med Surg) experience
Employer
Host Healthcare
249 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
I have been with Host Healthcare for several months. I am not very tolerant of red tape. However Rachel at Host is my Recruiter and has done an incredible job of cutting through the red tape and doing a lot of hand holding through the initial process. She has made my experience so pleasant. I could've gotten more money elsewhere but i am staying right here. Rachel is available all of the time!!! I am very grateful.
Cons
None
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 Carlsbad, NM
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Carlsbad, NM here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Carlsbad, NM is lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Carlsbad experiences hot summers with average highs around 95°F and mild winters with average lows around 30°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Carlsbad, NM, and they are relatively easy to find due to the demand from the oil and gas industry in the area.
- Carlsbad is a car-friendly city with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
- Carlsbad has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues in the area may include allergies due to the desert climate.
- There is a moderate population of travel nurses in the area due to the presence of medical facilities.
- Carlsbad offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking in the Carlsbad Caverns National Park, exploring the Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park, and enjoying water sports at the Brantley Lake State Park.
- There are also local restaurants, art galleries, and occasional music and sports events to enjoy.
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