Travel Medical Surgical Neuro RN

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

• Specialty:
  Med Surg
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Neuro night shift position requiring NIHSS certification and NM or compact RN licensure.

• 32-bed Medical Surgical
  - Neuro unit
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (18:30-7:00), with 36 or 48 hour options
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1:6
• Rapid response team activation responsibilities
• No on-call requirements
• Floating to like units within scope as needed
• Weekend requirement of 6 weekend shifts within a 6-week period
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active RN license (NM or Compact) required prior to start
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required; CPI preferred
• Minimum 1 year of recent nursing experience required
• Experience with 1:6 patient ratios
• Skills in IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line management preferred
• Experience with respiratory care including chest tubes, HFNC, and oxygen administration preferred
• Experience managing CVA and other neurological/psychiatric conditions preferred
• Experience with wound care, isolation precautions, and PPE preferred
• Experience with GI and GU/renal care including colostomy management and hemodialysis preferred

• Provide medical surgical nursing care to a neurological patient population
• Receive brief orientation when floating to other units
• First-time travelers accepted if they have at least 24 months of nursing experience
• Previous staff must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible
• No travel pairs or groups accepted

American Traveler Job  #P-754176. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Med/Surg
- Neuro

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.