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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/07/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Job Summary Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Float, Carlsbad, New Mexico. This 13-week travel assignment provides inpatient medical-surgical nursing care, including occasional care for non-critical pediatric patients. The role includes night shifts, floating, and census-related call coverage as needed.

Job Details Schedule: Night shifts from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.; 12-hour shifts with a minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications: Registered Nurse (RN) licensure; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; minimum of 2 years of experience; fingerprinting required for travelers assigned in New Mexico.

Preferred Qualifications: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.

Additional Information: 13-week assignment beginning 12/07/2026. General medical-surgical inpatient nursing responsibilities. Typical patient-to-nurse ratio is 1:6. The unit has 42 beds. Occasional care for non-critical pediatric patients may be required. Census-related call coverage may be required before the start of a scheduled shift when patient volume is low.

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 1350087. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Float Position 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.

Benefits 401k retirement plan Referral bonus