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RN - CCU
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Memorial Medical Center

$1,775-2,290/week

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Registered Nurse (CCU) – Travel Position

Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Provide nursing care in a Critical Care Unit (CCU) setting.
Position is travel assignment; candidates must reside at least 60 miles away to qualify as travelers.
Orientation occurs weekly on Mondays.

Facility Highlights

Joint Commission Accredited
Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI
Certified Primary Stroke Center
199-bed hospital
Located in a region with year-round sunshine and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico
Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in Coronary Care Unit (CCU)
Current certifications prior to start: ACLS, BLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Must comply with New Mexico state fingerprinting and background check requirements:
- Fingerprinting required before hire for all clinical staff except physicians
- May start on a 14-day waiver period while fingerprint results are pending, but must be supervised during this time

Additional Notes

No explicit years of experience specified; standard RN CCU experience expected.
No mention of prior travel experience requirement.
Shift details not specified.

Facility

Memorial Medical Center

3.5rating(17 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Memorial Medical Center

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Psychiatric (RN)

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Short Term Acute Care
199 beds

ADDRESS2450 South Telshor BoulevardLas Cruces, NM 88011

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About Las Cruces, NM

As a Travel Coronary Care 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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