Travel Rehab RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Inpatient Rehabilitation for a travel nursing job in Carlsbad, New Mexico.

• Specialty:
  Rehabilitation
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Rehab RN for a 13-week inpatient assignment requiring NM or compact RN licensure and at least 1 year of recent rehab experience.

• Inpatient rehab unit with Swing Bed and Med/Surg floating as needed
• Day shift schedule, 6:30a-7p
• Patient ratio of 1:5 on a 10-bed unit
• Floating required to Swing, Med/Surg, and Stepdown units based on facility need and RN scope
• Call required, varying with census
• Uses Med Host EMR

• Active NM or compact RN license
• BLS certification required
• ACLS and PALS certifications preferred
• Minimum 1 year of recent rehab nursing experience required
• Certifications must not expire within first 30 days of assignment start
• No employment gaps of 90+ days in the past 12 months
• Fingerprinting required for all NM travelers

• Provide general rehab nursing care in collaboration with therapy staff
• Evaluate, plan, implement, and document nursing care for assigned patients
• Assist physicians during exams and procedures and administer medications within RN scope
• Promote patient independence through education on conditions, medications, and self-care
• Any scrub color permitted
• RTO requests must be less than 1 week
• Local candidates within 50 miles will not be considered
• Travelers who worked as permanent staff at any CHS facility within the past 2 years will not be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-761709. 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
- Rehab
- In Patient

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.