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ICU Registered Nurse Travel Contract in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Travel ICU nurse job in Albuquerque, NM 87102: Join a fast-paced adult critical care team and deliver high-acuity patient care on 12-hour night shifts in a 13-week contract.

Join a fast-paced critical care team in Albuquerque, New Mexico, where the 87102 area offers a vibrant Southwest setting, beautiful desert scenery, rich local culture, and easy access to outdoor recreation. This 13-week travel nursing opportunity is ideal for an experienced ICU Registered Nurse who enjoys high-acuity care, teamwork, and the flexibility of working night shifts in a dynamic adult ICU environment.

Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and confident ICU Registered Nurse to provide exceptional care for adult patients in a busy critical care setting. This travel RN role offers the chance to sharpen your clinical skills, collaborate with a strong interdisciplinary team, and support patients through complex medical needs while working nights in a supportive, fast-moving unit.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,620 - $1,700
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts
• Schedule: 4 shifts per week; 36 hours per week with an option for 48 hours at straight time
• Start Date: October 12, 2026
• Setting: Adult ICU, 32-bed critical care unit
• Patient Ratio: 1:2
• Weekend Coverage: Weekends required; 6 weekend shifts per schedule period
• Orientation: Onsite orientation with unit modules included
• Floating: May float to Medical-Surgical, Stepdown, PCU, ER, or CVICU as needed
• Location: Albuquerque, NM 87102

Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• At least 1 year of ICU or critical care experience required
• ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Comfort working night shifts and rotating weekends
• Ability to care for adult ICU patients with a 1:2 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and adaptability
• Pending New Mexico or compact license accepted, must be obtained prior to start
• Experience with ICU-level equipment and common critical care interventions preferred

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care to critically ill adult patients in a critical care setting
• Monitor patient status closely and respond quickly to changes in condition
• Manage ventilated patients and support respiratory therapies as needed
• Maintain and monitor arterial lines, central lines, PICC lines, and IV access
• Administer blood products, medications, and continuous infusions safely
• Titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips in accordance with unit standards
• Assist with chest tube care and other advanced ICU procedures
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, and other interdisciplinary team members
• Float to comparable units within scope while maintaining excellent patient care
• Document accurately and contribute to a positive, patient-centered care environment

Apply now for this Albuquerque ICU Registered Nurse travel contract and join a team committed to exceptional critical care nursing.

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.