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Overview
Registered Nurse – Med Surg (Travel) in Portales, New Mexico. Start date 08/17/2026 for a 13-week assignment with weekly pay of $1,920–$2,029 and guaranteed 36 hours per week. Night shift, 3x12s (6:00 pm–6:00 am). Works in skilled nursing facility or hospital settings. This travel assignment is offered through Healthforce Healthcare LLC.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,920–$2,029 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Night shift, 3x12s (6:00 pm–6:00 am)
- Start date: 08/17/2026
- Setting: Skilled nursing facility or hospital environment
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and ongoing reassessments for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Develop, revise, and evaluate daily care plans based on patient response to treatment; adjust as needed.
- Educate patients and families on pain management and other aspects of care; assess learning needs and measure effectiveness.
- Perform nursing procedures and treatments within licensure; assist physicians with procedures and operate equipment safely.
- Communicate clearly with the Nurse Manager, physicians, and interdisciplinary team; coordinate care and involve family in planning; support discharge planning with social services when appropriate.
- Maintain accurate documentation, ensure patient confidentiality, and address psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs as part of holistic care.
Requirements
- Active RN license in New Mexico (or eligibility to obtain)
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Graduate of an approved nursing program with RN licensure
- Ability to perform head-to-toe assessments and care planning across pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations
- Med Surg experience preferred; able to work the 6:00 pm–6:00 am night shift (3x12)
Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Quick-start onboarding
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If you would like to explore other travel RN positions or openings available through Healthforce Healthcare LLC, apply at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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