Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Portales, NM
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Summary
A Medical Surgical Nurse is needed for a facility located in Portales, New Mexico. This role involves providing patient care on the medical-surgical floor, including assessments and treatments tailored to pediatric, geriatric, and general patient populations. The position requires a collaborative approach to patient care, educational support, and detailed documentation, with an emphasis on respecting patient dignity and confidentiality.

Job Details

• Position: Medical Surgical Nurse (MS) Medical Surgical Floor
• Location: Portales, New Mexico
• Shift Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, applicable certifications as needed, completion of an accredited nursing program, and at least 0 years of clinical experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in medical-surgical care preferred.
• Float: Float rotation may be required.
• Additional Information: The nurse will promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization while delivering patient-centered care. Responsibilities include performing head-to-toe assessments, administering treatments, educating patients and families, assisting physicians with procedures, and ensuring proper documentation. The role demands flexibility, organization, and an ability to operate medical equipment safely in a high-pressure environment. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams is essential to meet the psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and their families.

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