GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Carlsbad, New Mexico. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 04/13/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nurse | Carlsbad, NM (88220) Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) travel assignment in Carlsbad, New Mexico — 13-week nights. Active RN license and ACLS/BLS required. Apply now for this medical-surgical nursing job in Carlsbad, NM. Job Details Assignment Type: Travel Contract / Travel Nurse Location: Carlsbad, NM (zip 88220) — New Mexico nursing jobs Unit: General Medical-Surgical Inpatient Nursing (Med/Surg RN) Duration: 13 weeks (Start: April 13, 2026 – End: July 13, 2026) Shift: 12-hour nights (6:30 PM – 7:00 AM) — night shift RN Hours per Week: 36 Patient Ratio: 1:6 (medical-surgical patient assignments) EMR: MedHost Scrub Color: Any color Estimated Weekly Pay: $1800-$1890/week Job Requirements / Qualifications Minimum 2 years of recent Med/Surg RN experience in inpatient medical-surgical nursing Active Registered Nurse (RN) license — New Mexico licensing accepted; travel RN candidates must ensure state reciprocity ACLS and BLS certifications required PALS certification preferred Ability to float to other units and take call as needed (On-call is only for census flex prior to the start of the scheduled shift if census is low) Fingerprinting required for all New Mexico travelers — confirm your agency is registered with the state of New Mexico Primary Responsibilities Provide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care on a general medical-surgical inpatient unit Assess and monitor patient conditions, recognize changes, and communicate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team Administer medications and treatments safely and document accurately in MedHost EMR Coordinate care with physicians, case managers, and ancillary staff to optimize patient outcomes Support unit workflow by floating as needed; on-call is only for census flex prior to the start of the scheduled shift if census is low Why Join This Travel Nurse Assignment Travel nurse opportunity in a welcoming Carlsbad community near Carlsbad Caverns National Park Hands-on med/surg clinical experience and professional growth Night shift role ideal for experienced medical-surgical RNs seeking travel nursing jobs in New Mexico Travel nurse benefits typically available through your agency (housing, per diem, travel reimbursement) — confirm with your recruiter Experience the charm and outdoor adventure of Carlsbad, NM while advancing your career as a Medical-Surgical RN. If you are an experienced Med/Surg RN with an active RN license and required certifications, apply now to be considered for this 13-week travel nurse assignment in Carlsbad, New Mexico. Apply now — Submit your resume or contact your travel nurse recruiter today to join our healthcare team and take the next step in your nursing career. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare Job ID 467827. 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: Med/Surg About GHR Healthcare For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.