Emergency Department Registered Nurse (Level I Trauma)
Albuquerque, New Mexico
University of New Mexico Hospital

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Opportunity

Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Facility Type: Level I Trauma, Children's Hospital, Teaching Hospital, Short term, Acute Care
Beds: 554
Charting System: Cerner
Parking: No fee

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (Emergency Department)
• Shift Length: 36 or 48 hours
• Patient Ratio: 1:5
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years (will consider 1.5 years); Level 1 trauma experience preferred
• Travel Experience: Strongly preferred; however, candidates with 2+ years Level 1 trauma experience may be considered without travel experience
• Weekend Requirement: Scheduled as needed (weekend days = Sat & Sun; weekend nights = Fri, Sat, Sun)
• Floating:

  • Floating to Adult PCUs expected based on staffing needs
  • Floating to Pediatric ED optional
  • Potential floating to ED Holding and Trauma Department of Emergency (DOE)
• Block Scheduling: Not accommodated
• Local Candidates: Not accepted within 75 miles
• Pending License: Accepted (NM license can pend at time of submission)
• Return to Office (RTO) Restrictions: Absences greater than 7 days require approval
• Guaranteed Hours: Contracted hours per week (36/40/48); facility may call off up to 3 times during a 13-week assignment
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Clinical Environment

• Approximately 60%-80% of ED patients are admitted; many ED rooms serve as "ED Holding"
• Currently experiencing increased admit holds
• Medication administration includes IV medications following the seven medication rights
• COVID-19 vaccination required; religious and medical exemptions accepted with proper documentation
• No RQI certifications accepted

Required Certifications

• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course): Must have before submission
• NIH Stroke Certification: Can pend until compliance due date before start
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
• NIH
• Other certifications to consider based on unit: NRP, ENPC, CPI, MAB, EFM, etc. (verify per unit requirements)

Licensure & Background Requirements

• Valid New Mexico RN license required (can be pending at submission)
• 7-year criminal background check within 30 days of start, updated annually
• Fingerprinting required onsite during orientation (unless completed within past 12 months)
• Social Security card required
• Education verification or diploma/transcript required
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within one year of start
• Drug screen required within 30 days of start (negative result)
• Physical exam within 1 year prior to start
• Fit mask test required within 1 year prior to start (specific mask types accepted)
• Immunizations required: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Flu vaccine (year-round, with exemptions accepted)
• TB testing required annually (negative Qgold, Tspot, or PPD)
• COVID vaccination no longer required but reporting still in place

Additional Requirements

• Valid non-local driver’s license required (ID cards not accepted)
• Two professional references within three years of hire
• Work history verification for 3 years required
• Skills checklist required
• Orientation includes Cerner training attestation (testing out possible for experienced candidates)
• Relias Basic Dysrhythmia Exam required with passing score (80% overall, 100% lethal arrhythmia section)
• Medication and competency exams required (minimum 80% score)
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and Management of Assaultive Behavior (MAB) certifications may be required depending on unit
• MOAB certification required for Behavioral Health units (can be obtained onsite if not held prior)

Notes

• No locals within 75 miles allowed to apply
• Floating to other units may be required to meet staffing needs
• Overtime applies after 48 hours on contracts signed on or after 10/30/2025
• Facility is not near public transportation; candidates must have reliable transportation arrangements

This position is ideal for experienced Emergency Department RNs with trauma experience seeking a travel contract in a Level I Trauma and teaching hospital setting.