Travel Contract

Travel Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse
Las Cruces, NM
LifePoint
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,362/week
Posted 10 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date01/05/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,362/week
  • Estimated taxable pay
    $1,116/week
  • Estimated non-taxable stipends
    $1,246/week

Description

Job Opportunity: Travel RN Position in Las Cruces, New Mexico

Facility Information

  • Hospital System: Lifepoint Health, Inc
  • Facility: MMC Las Cruces
  • Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico
  • Accreditations: Joint Commission Accredited, Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI, Certified Primary Stroke Center
  • Awards: Voted Best Hospital by Mesilla Valley Readers' Choice Awards
  • Number of Beds: 199

Job Details

  • Employment Type: Travel
  • Contract Length: 13 weeks
  • Unit: 2nd Floor
  • Trauma Level: 3
  • Position: Registered Nurse (RN)
  • Specialty: Labor Delivery/Postpartum
  • Number of Openings: 2
  • Shift: 7 PM - 7 AM
  • Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
  • Weekend Hours: Shared weekends
  • Call Requirements: None

Required Certifications

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • Fetal Heart Monitoring
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)

Experience Requirements

  • Years of Experience: 1+ year
  • Must Have Skills/Experience:
    • Antepartum, Intrapartum, Post-Partum care
    • Circulating for C-Sections
    • Management of hemorrhage
  • Preferred Skillset/Experience: Same as above

Patient Care Information

  • Patient Population: Adult and newborns
  • Common Diagnoses/Treatments:
    • Antepartum, Intrapartum, Post-Partum care
    • Pre-eclampsia, inductions, C-sections
  • Patient Ratios: Strive for AWHONN Standards
  • Float Requirements: Special Care Nursery

Additional Information

  • Dress Code: Scrub color: Any (No jeans or camo scrubs)
  • Personality Fit: Flexible, team player, positive attitude

Location Highlights

  • Year-round sunshine
  • Hatch Chile Capital
  • 250 miles of scenic hiking and biking trails
  • Nearby attractions: White Sands National Park, Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks, Prehistoric Trackways, Outdoor Recreation (ATV, biking, hiking, hunting, horseback riding)

Employer

LifePoint

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About Las Cruces, NM

As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Las Cruces, NM here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Las Cruces has a cost of living that is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • The average high in summer is around 95°F, and the average low in winter is around 30°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Las Cruces, with options available for furnished housing.
Transportation
  • Las Cruces is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • The city has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to the desert climate.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Las Cruces offers a variety of restaurants with a focus on Southwestern cuisine.
  • The city has a vibrant art scene, with galleries and museums showcasing local talent.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and exploring nearby national parks.
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