Travel ER RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN ED
- Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

• Specialty:
  ED
  - Emergency Department
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Emergency Department RN for a Level 3 Trauma center requiring ACLS, BLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications along with 2+ years of ER experience.

• Level 3 Trauma Emergency Department setting
• Patient ratio of 4:1
• Mid shift schedule, 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
• Floating required within scope and experience, typically to ICU when needed
• Uses Med Host (EDIS) EMR system
• 6-week scheduling blocks with blocked scheduling not approved

• Active RN license (NM or Compact) required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC required
• NRP and ENPC certifications preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent Emergency Department experience required
• No certifications may expire within the first 30 days of the assignment
• No employment gaps of 90 days or more within the past 12 months
• Fingerprinting required for all NM travelers

• Provide direct nursing care to Emergency Department patients utilizing the nursing process in accordance with state Nurse Practice Act and hospital policy
• Demonstrate critical thinking, clinical judgment, and leadership in planning safe patient care delivery
• Delegate patient care priorities and provide direction and supervision of assigned personnel
• Maintain clinical competencies through continuing education
• Uniform policy allows any color scrubs with full uniform required
• Holiday coverage required for 1 summer and 1 winter holiday, dependent on department needs
• Maximum RTO of 1 per schedule, with requests typically less than 1 week
• Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility
• Not eligible if previously employed as permanent staff at any CHS facility within the past 2 years

American Traveler Job  #P-770812. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Emergency Dept

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.