Travel ICU RN - Lakewood, New Mexico

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Job Details

Location Lakewood, NM
Discipline RN-ICU
Date Posted June 08, 2026

Job Description

Nestled in the scenic landscapes of Lakewood, NM, this travel nursing opportunity offers a perfect blend of career advancement and enriching off-duty adventures. With miles of rugged beauty to explorefrom awe-inspiring caverns to peaceful desert sunsetsyour downtime promises memorable escapes while your workdays immerse you in a dynamic critical care environment.

Taking on this assignment enables you to broaden your professional horizons, strengthen your clinical expertise, and work alongside esteemed healthcare leaders. Here, you'll encounter a vibrant range of workplace practices, sharpen your skills across multiple departments, and build a resume that stands out nationwide.

Assignment Details

  • Setting: Intensive Care Unit, with floating to Emergency Room & Medical-Surgical departments
  • Schedule:
    • 13-week contract
    • Nights, 6:30p 6:30a

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high-quality, compassionate care to ICU patients with diverse and complex needs
  • Manage ventilators, titratable drips, patient hygiene, and medication preparation
  • Adapt quickly while floating to ER and Med Surg floors to address fluctuating patient acuity
  • Collaborate seamlessly with clinical teams, integrating evidence-based practices
  • Maintain regulatory compliance and rigorous safety standards

Essential Qualifications:

  • Active RN license
  • Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience
  • Prior ER and Med Surg experience required
  • BLS, ACLS certifications (TNCC preferred)
  • Demonstrated hands-on competency with vents, titratable drips, and medication mixing
  • Strong leadership, communication, and adaptability skills

Outstanding Benefits:

  • Premium, tax-advantaged travel stipends for housing and incidentals
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits and robust 401(k) program
  • Expert travel assistance for a smooth relocation
  • Job stability and professional security in a reputable facility
  • Exposure to new clinical techniques and multidisciplinary collaboration
  • The chance to explore Lakewoods attractions, outdoor activities, and southwestern culture

Advance your career while discovering a thriving, welcoming community. Experience personal and professional growth in a role that truly makes a difference. Take the next stepapply now to embark on a rewarding travel nursing adventure in Lakewood, NM!

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