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Med Surg Telemetry RN
Los Alamos, New Mexico
Los Alamos Medical Center

$1,663-2,065/week
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RN - Med Surg

Job Overview

  • Travel RN position in Los Alamos, New Mexico
  • 13-week assignment
  • Day-to-day schedule: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
  • 36 guaranteed hours per week
  • One opening

Unit Details

  • Medical-surgical telemetry unit
  • Adult and geriatric patient population
  • 15-bed unit
  • Patient ratio: 5:1
  • May occasionally float to other units

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in New Mexico
  • Med Surg / Telemetry (2 years of experience)
  • Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Stepdown experience

Additional Notes

  • Weekend requirement: minimum of 4 per month
  • No call required
  • Preferred experience includes stepdown unit experience and ability to read and interpret telemetry strips
  • Team-oriented attitude and ability to work with limited resources are emphasized

Facility

Los Alamos Medical Center

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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 47 beds
ADDRESS3917 West RoadLos Alamos, NM 87544
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About Los Alamos, NM

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry 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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