Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $2,010 per week

Cross Country Nurses; Espanola (NM); On-site; USD 72,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private housing or housing allowance

Health insurance with prescription

401(k) retirement plan

Travel reimbursement

Direct deposit

Job summary

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Espanola, New Mexico. You will provide direct patient care on a 12-hour night shift, following the nursing process to ensure safe, patient-centered outcomes.

The role requires NM or Compact-State licensure, BLS certification, and at least two years of Med-Surg experience. Travel assignments of 13 weeks are preferred, with potential use of EPIC for charting and care coordination.

Qualifications

• Valid NM (or Compact) nursing license.
• BLS certification from a recognized provider (AHA/ARC).
• At least two years of current Med Surg or related experience.
• One prior 13-week travel assignment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process to provide direct patient care during night shifts.
• Coordinate care with the healthcare team and patient/family to meet discharge needs.
• Oversee clinical supervision of LPNs and non-licensed personnel on each shift.

Skills

Patient care

Nursing process

Medication administration

Protocol documentation

Clinical supervision

Tools

EPIC electronic health records

Job description

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Espanola, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Espanola, New Mexico.

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary

RN (Registered Nurse) - Medical Surgical Floor - Espanola, NM. This position involves utilizing the nursing process to provide direct patient care during night shifts. The role focuses on ensuring safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient, and equitable care across a variety of patients, with responsibilities including assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation. Collaboration with the healthcare team and patient/family is essential to coordinate care and meet discharge needs. Additionally, the nurse will oversee the clinical supervision of licensed practical nurses and non-licensed assistive personnel, adhering to protocols and standards of care throughout each shift.

Job Details

• Shift: Nights, 12-hour shift, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Valid Nursing license in the State of New Mexico or a Compact State, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross, and at least two (2) years of current experience in medical-surgical nursing or a related specialty; one previous 13-week travel assignment is preferred.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with EPIC electronic health records; training available on-site.
• Skills: Patient care, nursing process, medication administration, protocol documentation, clinical supervision.
• Additional Information: Floating between departments and local locations within 20 miles is required. The position entails clinical responsibilities including assessment, care planning, medication administration, and supervision to ensure quality patient outcomes.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1284306. 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: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Floor

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Additional Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus