Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN
Farmington, New Mexico
San Juan Regional Medical Center

Job Opportunity: RN - Med Surg Telemetry

Location: Farmington, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel

Facility & Unit Overview

• Level II Trauma Center
• 43 beds in Medical Unit
• Patient Ratios: 1:5 and 1:6
• EHR System: Cerner
• Equipment: VS machine, bladder scanner, IV pumps, thermal imaging, lifts, tube feeding pumps
• Patient Population: Adults (≥18 years)
• Common Diagnoses: Cirrhosis, sepsis, pneumonia, respiratory illnesses, wounds, CHF

Position Details

• Specialty: Medical/Surgical (Med/Surg)
• Shift: Days (7 AM - 7 PM)
• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours
• Weekend Requirement: At least 2 weekend shifts per month recommended
• Call Requirements: None
• Float Requirements: As per facility needs
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Required Qualifications

• License: Registered Nurse (RN) license for New Mexico
• Education: ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing) required
• Certifications: BLS (must be AHA certified)
• Experience: Minimum 2 years in Med/Surg specialty (preferred)
• Skills: Med/Surg experience preferred; charge nurse experience preferred but not required; oncology skills helpful but not necessary
• Skills Checklist: Must have at least 3.2 overall rating on skills checklist

Additional Information

• Block scheduling considered on a case-by-case basis
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required
• Patient care involves a variety of medical and surgical cases typical for a level II trauma center
• Work environment offers opportunities for outdoor activities and a friendly community setting

This position is ideal for an experienced Med/Surg RN seeking a travel assignment in a scenic and active region with a reputable healthcare facility.