<p>A PRN block contract opportunity is open for a Registered Nurse with Med/Surg and acute care psychiatric experience at an acute care facility in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This is a flexible block-schedule engagement offering 12-hour shifts across both day and night rotations, making it well-suited for travel nurses seeking consistent, structured assignments in the Southwest. At $45 per hour, the rate is competitive for the Albuquerque market, and the full benefits package — including health coverage, housing stipends, and weekly direct deposit — supports a smooth transition into the role.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Pay rate of $45 per hour</li> <li>PRN block contract structure with predictable scheduling</li> <li>Weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends available</li> <li>Extensive housing network with corporate discounts</li> <li>Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits</li> <li>Referral bonuses and rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance team plus 24/7 support staff</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Acute care facility setting in Albuquerque, New Mexico</li> <li>Med/Surg specialty with acute care psychiatric patient population</li> <li>12-hour shifts available on both day and night rotations</li> <li>Block contract format provides scheduling consistency and advance planning capability</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid New Mexico RN license or active compact state RN license required</li> <li>Minimum 1 year of acute care psychiatric experience as an RN within the past 2 years — no exceptions</li> <li>Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Albuquerque is New Mexico's largest city, set at 5,300 feet elevation along the Rio Grande with the Sandia Mountains rising dramatically to the east — offering year-round hiking, skiing at Sandia Peak, and some of the most distinctive high-desert scenery in the country. The city blends a rich Native American and Hispanic cultural heritage with a vibrant arts scene, acclaimed cuisine, and a cost of living well below most major metros. With 310-plus days of sunshine annually and easy access to Santa Fe, Taos, and White Sands, Albuquerque is a compelling destination for travel nurses who want an assignment that doubles as an experience.</p>