ICU Registered Nurse
Santa Fe, NM
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,175/weekOverview
- Start Date09/21/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) registered nurse position available in the healthcare organization. This full-time role involves providing specialized patient care within the ICU setting, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in accordance with the organization's standards of practice. The position requires working night shifts, with a focus on delivering comprehensive, patient-centered care to critically ill patients.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Nights shift from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications:
- Current New Mexico Registered Nurse (RN) license or current Compact state license.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) via the American Heart Association (AHA).
- Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification.
- Graduation from an accredited nursing program.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in intensive care or similar environment.
- Knowledge of age-appropriate patient care and effective communication skills.
- Preferred Qualifications: None specified.
- Additional Information:
- The nurse will obtain and record initial assessments, develop and implement individualized care plans, and make clinical decisions based on patient outcomes.
- Responsibilities include patient education, discharge planning, performing point-of-care testing, and collaborating with the healthcare team.
- The role involves delegating and coordinating team activities, participating in staff orientation, and contributing to unit growth and performance improvement initiatives.
- Demonstrates professionalism, effective communication, and a positive attitude to foster a supportive work environment.
- Maintains compliance with all safety, environmental, and organizational policies.
- The start date for this role is 09/21/2026, with an end date of 12/21/2026.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Santa Fe, NM
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit 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.
Browse similar jobs
Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Gallup, NM
- Prime Time Healthcare
- 5x8 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Farmington, NM
- HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA
- 4x12 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
Travel Nurse On Call RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Silver City, NM
- Care Career
- 5x8 hrs, Days, On call
- Referral Bonus