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Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Memorial Medical Center

$1,649-2,058/week

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Registered Nurse - Med Surg

Location: Las Cruces, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

Specialty: Medical-Surgical / Telemetry
Shift: Varies
Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36
Weekend Hours: Every other weekend
Call Requirements: None
Float Requirements: May float to other Medical-Surgical units as needed
Patient Ratios: 1:6
Electronic Health Record (EHR): Meditech
Patient Population: Medical-Surgical patients

Unit Profile

Located on the 6th floor (Ortho/Oncology/Medical-Surgical)
Trauma Level: Not specified
Number of Openings: 1

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico
Minimum 2 years of Medical-Surgical nursing experience, including experience within the last year
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Additional Information

No call requirements
Dress code and scrub color details not specified
Patient care involves common medical-surgical diagnoses and treatments
Floating to other units may be required

Location Highlights

Situated in the Mesilla Valley of Southern New Mexico
Year-round sunshine with access to outdoor recreation including hiking, biking, ATV riding, and horseback riding
Nearby attractions include White Sands National Park and Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks

This position is ideal for an experienced Medical-Surgical RN seeking a travel assignment with varied shifts and a supportive work environment.

Facility

Memorial Medical Center

3.5rating(17 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Memorial Medical Center

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Psychiatric (RN)

Review of Memorial Medical Center on Sep 29, 2025

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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 Medical Surgical 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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