Local Travel RN

Giving Home Health Care; Peñasco (NM); Hybrid; USD 73,873 - 105,214; Full time

Job summary

Giving Home Health Care seeks experienced Travel RNs to provide high-acuity patient care across New Mexico. Successful applicants can expect a flexible schedule with a minimum of three 12-hour shifts per week on a 6-week contract. Offering a competitive rate of $65/hour plus mileage reimbursement, this role requires nurses to manage diverse patient needs while collaborating with a dedicated healthcare team. Apply today if you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license required for practice in New Mexico.
• Experience in high-acuity patient care is preferred.
• Proficient in medication administration and patient assessments.

Responsibilities

• Execute physician-prescribed care plans.
• Conduct patient assessments and coordinate care.
• Monitor patients' conditions and vital signs.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Documentation compliance

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license

Job description

Since 2012, Giving Home Health Care has been supporting individuals impacted by health conditions related to their work in nuclear facilities for the Department of Energy. With a focus on personalized, in-home care, we are committed to assisting those who have dedicated their careers to these vital roles. As a fast‑growing, leading provider, we proudly serve patients across Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.

If you’re a compassionate individual who puts patients first and thrives in a mission‑driven, collaborative environment, we want you to join our team! Apply today and help us continue delivering exceptional care to those who need it most.

Join our dynamic healthcare team serving communities across New Mexico. We are seeking experienced Travel RNs to provide high‑acuity patient care with flexible scheduling and ongoing contract opportunities across multiple service areas.

#INDNM/ABQ

Position Details

• Minimum of three (3) 12‑hour shifts per week
• 6‑week contract assignments
• $65/hour + mileage reimbursement
• Schedules provided in 6‑week increments
• Opportunity to extend every 6 weeks based on operational needs
• Mileage reimbursement: begins after 50 one‑way miles. $0.41 per mile for the first 500 miles, $0.21 per mile thereafter

Travel & Scheduling Expectations

This position offers a higher pay rate because it requires full flexibility and availability to support staffing needs across various locations throughout New Mexico.

Travel nurses may be assigned to multiple patients and communities during a contract period, including travel between regions based on operational needs and patient coverage demands.

Please note: Schedules may include weekdays, weekends, day shifts, nights, and holidays.

Weekly schedules may vary and are not guaranteed to remain consistent.

Assignments are based on areas with the greatest patient care need.

Travel nurses do not maintain permanent patient assignments.

Nurses may temporarily support patient homes until permanent coverage is secured, then rotate to a different assignment as needed.

Transition Opportunity

• Picking up high‑acuity shifts
• Managing a lower‑acuity caseload

Note: Pay rate and mileage structure may change upon transition from the travel contract role.

Requirements

• Execute physician‑prescribed plans of care
• Complete compliant documentation of the care provided in the system of record
• Manage and administer prescribed medication, treatment, and therapies
• Conduct patient assessments, coordination of care
• Perform various activities associated with daily living
• Monitor vitals and GI intake and output
• Assess skin integrity and administer wound care
• Monitor for changes in the patient’s condition such as weight loss/gain, self‑care abilities, and indicators of disease progression
• Communicate with family members, physicians, case managers, and other prescribed individuals regarding the health of the patients
• Provide education and training to the patient, their family, and/or the Home Health Aide
• Work with patients one‑on‑one in the patient’s home to provide a comfortable environment
• Collaborate with and supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and Personal Care Attendants
• Perform other personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs

Schedule

A total of 3 twelve‑hour shifts per week—up to 60 depending on the need.

To provide the exceptional care our patients deserve, we rely on a team of passionate, dedicated professionals. We’re committed to creating a supportive, collaborative culture, offering competitive benefits and compensation, and giving our team members the tools and opportunities to grow and advance their careers.

If you’re ready to be part of an organization that truly makes a difference in people’s lives, we encourage you to apply today and start a fulfilling journey with Giving Home!

Giving Home is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable work environment. We adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency laws to ensure fair compensation practices.

Giving Home is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Our employment practices are designed to provide equal opportunity at all stages of employment, including hiring, promotion, training, compensation, and termination.

Giving Home is committed to maintaining transparent compensation practices and regularly reviews our policies to ensure compliance with evolving laws and best practices. We value the contributions of our employees and strive to provide a work environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and fairly compensated.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

RN Hourly Rate: $65 an hour + mileage.