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
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med/Surg Tele position in a high-volume, Level I trauma and teaching hospital, requiring an NM or compact RN license and ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.
Responsibilities
- Work in the Med/Surg Tele unit of a hospital with Level I Trauma and teaching status
- Patient ratios are typically 1:5, with possible 1:6, due to high patient volume
- Float required to MS/Tele, PCU, lower acuity settings, and Emergency Department within skillset
- Night shift, four 12-hour shifts per week (7:00 pm – 7:30 am)
- Contracts available for 36 or 48 hours per week
- Cerner charting system is used
- Must work at least two weekends in a four-week schedule; may vary based on unit needs
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- No local candidates accepted within 75 miles of the facility
- RTO requests greater than 10 days require approval
- Scrub color is black and must be provided by the RN
- No on-call requirements
- Parking is provided at no cost
- Work in a collaborative, high-acuity environment with team support
Requirements
- Active NM or compact RN license required (license may be pending at time of consideration)
- Minimum of 1 year recent Med/Surg or Telemetry experience required
- Current ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications required
- Ability to start IVs and provide telemetry care
- COVID vaccination required; religious and medical exemptions accepted with completed exemption form
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-651237. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.
