American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 03/09/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for night shifts at a busy teaching hospital, requiring an NM or compact RN license and telemetry skills.
Responsibilities
- Work in a Med/Surg Tele unit at a Level I Trauma, Teaching, and Children's Hospital
- Mixed adult patient population with med/surg and telemetry needs
- Nurse to patient ratios are typically 1:5, with possible 1:6 during high census
- Travelers are required to float to MS/Tele, PCU, lower acuity settings, and ED within their skillset
- Night shift position (3x12 hours, 19:00-07:30)
- Cerner is used for charting
- Contracts are available for 36 or 48 hours per week
- Weekend work is required at least 2 weekends per 4-week schedule, subject to unit needs
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- No local candidates within 75 miles considered
- Scrub color is black and must be provided by the clinician
- RTO requests for more than 10 days require approval
- Free parking is available on site
Requirements
- Active NM or compact RN license (pending accepted)
- Minimum of 1 year recent experience in Med/Surg Telemetry
- Certifications required: ACLS, BCLS, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Ability to perform IV starts and proficient in telemetry monitoring
- COVID vaccination required; religious and medical exemptions accepted with proper documentation
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-651233. 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 Tele
About American Traveler
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.
