Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Santa Fe, NM
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,125/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (2 years)
- Telemetry Nurse, Medical Surgical Nurse or Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse (2 years)
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse - Med Surg
Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Shift: Nights (7 PM - 7 AM)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
The Registered Nurse provides clinical care tailored to the patient population on assigned medical-surgical units. Responsibilities include coordinating and implementing patient care while ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency consistent with unit standards. The role requires effective communication, respect for patients and staff, and adherence to organizational goals.
Work Environment
- Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:6
- Floating to other Medical-Surgical units as needed
- EMR system used: EPIC
- Exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious diseases
- Clean, well-lit, ventilated, smoke-free environment
- Varied working hours with flexibility for emergencies and schedule changes
- Physical demands include prolonged standing/walking, patient positioning, and manual dexterity
Schedule Requirements
- Weekend shifts every other weekend (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
- No on-call requirement
Required Qualifications
Education
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited program
Licenses & Certifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Experience
- Minimum 2 years of Medical-Surgical nursing experience
- Medical-Surgical nursing experience within the last year
Skills & Competencies
- Knowledge and skills appropriate to the patient population served
- Sensitivity to patients’ rights in care delivery
- Clear and age-appropriate communication skills
Physical Requirements
- Ability to handle emergency/crisis situations
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, pushing, transferring patients or equipment
- Good visual and auditory acuity (normal or corrected)
- Manual dexterity and fine motor coordination
Supervision
- Reports to Patient Care Director or Manager
Note: Prior travel experience is not specified as required for this position.
Employer
Access Healthcare
Access Healthcare aims to provide superior service to our nursing family by providing around the clock support, competitive pay packages and an unmatched benefits package! Unlike other agencies, we offer a true family feel and work with you to find the placement that is right for you. We offer one of the top leading pay packages in the industry and we are ready to get you the money you deserve!
Access Healthcare was founded by two travel nurses, Danielle and Diego, who had a dream and a shared vision of creating an agency which all nurses would want to work with. Our passion has led us to where we are today as one of the top 10 agencies in our home state of New Jersey, with access to contracts in all 50 states! We encourage you to join our team and we cannot wait to get to know you!
About Santa Fe, NM
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Santa Fe, NM here's what you should know:- Slightly higher than the national average, especially in housing and healthcare.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Summer average high is around 85°F and low is around 50°F.
- Winter average high is around 45°F and low is around 20°F.
- Options for short term rentals are available, but they may be limited due to the popularity of the city.
- It's recommended to start the search early.
- The city is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is convenient for getting around.
- Santa Fe has a diverse population with a mix of Native American, Hispanic, and Caucasian residents.
- The age range is varied, with a significant population of retirees.
- Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns due to the city's elevation.
- There is a growing community of travel nurses in the area.
- Santa Fe offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants serving traditional New Mexican dishes.
- The city is also known for its art galleries, music venues, and outdoor activities such as hiking and skiing in the nearby mountains.
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