Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Carlsbad, NM
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,005/weekOverview
- Start Date07/20/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
This is a travel ICU Registered Nurse (RN) position located in Carlsbad, New Mexico. The role involves providing comprehensive patient care in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) setting. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day of assignment. The position starts on July 20, 2026, and is scheduled for 12-hour days from 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, with floating responsibilities to ER and Med Surg departments.
Job Details:
- Location: Carlsbad, New Mexico
- Position: Intensive Care Unit (ICU) RN
- Schedule: Days, 12 hours shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: 2+ years ICU experience, BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), current license; ER & Med Surg experience required.
- Preferred Qualifications: TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) and experience with ventilators, titratable drips, medication mixing, and patient hygiene.
- Float: Float rotation may be required. Nurses help with activities such as answering call lights, passing medications, transporting patients, starting IVs, and blood draws when floating to ER; when floating to Med Surg, they may take a full patient assignment of up to 6 Med Surg patients or act as an aide for up to 12 patients.
- Additional Information: The nurse will perform ICU patient total care, including ventilator management, titratable drips, and hygiene. No call is required. Fingerprints for all New Mexico travelers are required.
- EMR System: MedHost
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 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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