Travel Contract

Emergency Dept RN
Los Alamos, NM
LifePoint
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,254/week

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Overview

Start Date09/14/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

4% higher than average Registered Nurse / Emergency Department Nurse pay in New Mexico

Estimated total pay

$2,254/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,008/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,246/week

Description

RN - Emergency Dept

Job Overview

Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico
Employment type: Travel
Contract length: 13 weeks
Orientation: Weekly on Mondays
Travel eligibility: Candidates must live 60 miles or more from the facility to be considered travel

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in New Mexico
ED - Emergency Department (1 year of experience)
ED - Emergency Department experience within the last year
ACLS
BLS
PALS
Crisis Prevention Intervention Training (CPI)
NIH Certification
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
State compliance: Fingerprinting is required before hire in New Mexico, with documentation that the check is being processed
Background check process: Clinicians may start on a 14-day waiver while waiting for results, but must be supervised

Additional Notes

All required certifications must be available at submission because they are not available on site
Each agency must have an account with the New Mexico Department of Health before the background check process can begin

Employer

LifePoint

2.2rating(12 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with LifePoint

5.0rating

Pros

How can I get in contact with you discuss the job situation whether you are hiring

Cons

We chatted last night after I have applied for the position and I am waiting to hear back from you.

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About Los Alamos, NM

As a Travel Emergency Department Nurse in Los Alamos, NM here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
Wages generally match the lower cost of living.

Weather

Summer average high: 82°F, average low: 50°F.
Winter average high: 43°F, average low: 17°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially through local property management companies.

Transportation

Car friendliness is high, as the city is not very large and has well-maintained roads.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

The population is relatively diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include altitude-related concerns due to the city's elevation.
Los Alamos has a small but active community of travel nurses.

Things to Do

There are various restaurants offering a range of cuisines, and the city has a growing arts and music scene.
Outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, and exploring nearby national parks are popular.
Sports facilities are available for recreational activities.

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