Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,638 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse – Night Shift Assignment in Albuquerque, NM

Join a rewarding Med/Surg Registered Nurse travel assignment in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Located in the welcoming Albuquerque, NM 87109 area, this position offers access to a vibrant Southwest city known for its sunny high-desert scenery, rich cultural atmosphere, and plenty of opportunities to explore local dining, outdoor recreation, and scenic views. This medical-surgical nursing job is ideal for an experienced RN who thrives in fast-paced acute care, supports adult and geriatric patients, and enjoys working in a collaborative hospital environment.

Job Details

• Setting: Medical/Surgical unit
• Location: Albuquerque, NM 87109
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Night shifts, 12 hours (19:00 - 07:30)
• Shifts Per Week: 4
• Weekly Hours: 36 or 48 hours per week option
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,460 - $1,540
• Schedule Type: Self-scheduling
• Float Requirement: Within scope to like units as needed
• Weekend Coverage: Required
• Charting System: Epic

Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New Mexico or compact license eligible before start
• At least 1 year of Med/Surg or acute care nursing experience required
• 2 years of experience preferred
• BLS certification required
• Experience caring for adult and geriatric patient populations
• Experience with Epic EMR preferred
• Comfort with floating to similar units within scope
• Ability to support a patient ratio of 1:6 on days, nights, and weekends

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care for Med/Surg patients during night shifts
• Monitor patient conditions, assess changes, and respond appropriately to clinical needs
• Administer medications and manage treatments in accordance with care plans
• Support patients requiring telemetry, wound care, IV therapy, and other common medical-surgical interventions
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, and rapid response resources
• Maintain accurate documentation in Epic and communicate effectively with the care team
• Float within scope to comparable units based on facility needs
• Promote a positive patient experience while working in a team-oriented hospital environment

Why This Travel Nursing Opportunity

• Excellent opportunity for experienced travel nurses seeking a New Mexico RN job
• Night shift schedule with self-scheduling flexibility
• Opportunity to work in a supportive acute care setting serving adult and geriatric patients
• Great fit for nurses looking for healthcare jobs in Albuquerque with competitive weekly pay

Apply now to join this Med/Surg travel nurse assignment in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and take the next step in your nursing career.

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GHR Healthcare Job ID #506461. 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: Med/Surg

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