Job Description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Espanola, New Mexico.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 04/27/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Apr 27, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Night Shift position in New Mexico, requiring a minimum of 2 years of specialty experience and at least one prior travel assignment.
Details
- Surgical/Med-Surg inpatient hospital unit
- 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
- 3 days per week, 36 hours per week
- Weekend and on-call/call-back shifts required as needed
- Epic EMR used on-site; experience preferred but training available
- Floating between departments and/or local locations within 20 miles is required
Requirements
- Active RN license in New Mexico or through a Compact State
- BLS certification through the American Heart Association, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross required
- Minimum of 2 years of current Med/Surg RN experience required
- At least one prior 13-week travel nursing assignment required
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN or ASN) required
- English proficiency (speaking, reading, and writing) required
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
Additional Information
- Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and document individualized patient care
- Coordinates care in collaboration with patients, families, and the broader healthcare team
- Administers medications and treatments per physician orders or standard protocols
- Provides clinical supervision of LPNs and non-licensed assistive personnel
- Identifies and addresses patient and family education and discharge planning needs throughout the episode of care
- Must be a team player, flexible, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
- Former permanent staff of this health system must wait one year before being considered as a traveler
American Traveler Job ID #P-690296. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Med/Surg
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.