Travel Med Surg Tele RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Los Alamos, New Mexico.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/30/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Telemetry position at a 47-bed acute care facility in Northern New Mexico, requiring a minimum of 2 years of experience and NM or Compact RN license.

• Work in a Med/Surg Telemetry unit on the 2nd floor of a 47-bed acute care facility serving as a major healthcare provider for Northern New Mexico
• Primary patient population is adult and geriatric patients, with a focus on surgical and telemetry cases
• Patient ratio is 5:1
• GE equipment is used on the unit
• EMR system is Medhost
• Night shift schedule: 7PM–7AM
• Minimum of 4 weekend hours required per month
• No on-call requirements
• Floating to other units may occasionally be required, though it rarely occurs
• 13-week contract

• Active NM or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS — AHA-issued certifications required
• Experience caring for surgical patients required
• Stepdown unit experience and ability to read and interpret telemetry strips preferred
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration

• Candidates must provide direct patient care in a Med/Surg Telemetry environment, including management of geriatric and post-surgical patients
• A team-oriented attitude and ability to work effectively with limited resources are important for this role
• Any color scrubs are acceptable
• Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates who are currently employed full-time elsewhere are not eligible

American Traveler Job  #P-737072. 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

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.