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Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) – Travel Nurse Assignment | Las Cruces, NM

Emergency Room Registered Nurse (ER RN) — 13-week Travel Nurse assignment in Las Cruces, New Mexico (12-hour nights). Join a Joint Commission–accredited hospital and advance your emergency nursing career while enjoying the scenic Mesilla Valley.

Job Details

• Location: Las Cruces, NM 88011 — Las Cruces healthcare jobs / New Mexico nursing jobs
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (Travel Contract)
• Setting: Emergency Department (ED) — Emergency Department Nurse / ER RN role
• Shift: 12-hour nights (19:00 – 07:00)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,860 – $1,960 (competitive travel nursing pay)
• Start Date: April 5, 2026
• End Date: July 5, 2026
• Type: Travel Nurse / Travel RN assignment

Job Requirements

• Active RN license (New Mexico or compact state—must meet state travel nurse licensing requirements)
• At least 1 year of recent Emergency Department / ER nursing experience
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications (must be obtained prior to start)
• Ability to complete New Mexico fingerprinting/background check process (14-day waiver may apply for travelers awaiting results)
• Strong clinical skills in triage, rapid assessment, cardiac monitoring, and emergency interventions
• Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment as an ED nurse / ER RN

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate care to patients presenting to the Emergency Department
• Assess, triage, and prioritize patient care based on acuity using ED best practices
• Initiate and manage emergency interventions, including medication administration, wound care, and advanced cardiac life support as needed
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, advanced practice providers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
• Monitor and document patient status, interventions, and responses accurately and promptly in the electronic medical record
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, Joint Commission standards, and regulatory requirements

Why Las Cruces? Nestled in southern New Mexico's Mesilla Valley, Las Cruces offers abundant outdoor recreation—250 miles of scenic hiking and biking trails, easy access to White Sands National Park, and the dramatic Organ Mountains. Enjoy a lively arts scene, delicious local cuisine, and a friendly community—ideal for travel nurses looking for work-life balance and adventure.

Ready to take the next step in your emergency nursing career? Apply now to join our healthcare team as an Emergency Department Travel Nurse in Las Cruces, NM. For questions about this travel RN opportunity or licensing requirements, contact our recruiter today.

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.