Location: Carlsbad, New Mexico
Employment Type: Travel
Start: ASAP
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36
Shift: Days, 6:30a-7p
Role Details
Scope: General skilled nursing (SNF) level of care nursing duties
Patient Ratio: 1:8
Beds in Unit: 15
Floating: Required, within scope of practice and clinical competency, to Rehab and Med/Surg
Call: Required and varies. There is no on-call schedule for Med-Surg. A nurse is called only for a census flex prior to the start of the scheduled shift, if census is low.
Scrub Color: Any color
Required Qualifications
Valid RN license in New Mexico
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Skilled Nursing experience (1 year minimum)
Skilled Nursing experience within the last year
BLS certification
Submission Notes
Auto offers only. No interviews.
Submit candidates only if your agency is registered with the State of New Mexico, as fingerprinting can take several weeks.
Blocked scheduling may be accommodated. It must be included in the body of the submittal.
48-hour guarantees are not approved.
Facility
Carlsbad Medical Center
3.9rating(24 reviews)
5 nurses recommend working with Carlsbad Medical Center
The cost of living in Carlsbad, NM is lower than the national average, making it an affordable option for travel nurses.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
Carlsbad experiences hot summers with average highs around 95°F and mild winters with average lows around 30°F.
Furnished Housing
Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Carlsbad, NM, and they are relatively easy to find due to the demand from the oil and gas industry in the area.
Transportation
Carlsbad is a car-friendly city with easy access to parking.
Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
Demographics
Carlsbad has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues in the area may include allergies due to the desert climate.
There is a moderate population of travel nurses in the area due to the presence of medical facilities.
Things to Do
Carlsbad offers a variety of outdoor activities such as hiking in the Carlsbad Caverns National Park, exploring the Living Desert Zoo & Gardens State Park, and enjoying water sports at the Brantley Lake State Park.
There are also local restaurants, art galleries, and occasional music and sports events to enjoy.
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