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Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Portales, NM for RNs

Find Top RN Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Portales, New Mexico

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top MS travel nurse jobs in and around Portales, New Mexico. We currently offer 1 of the best available nurse travel jobs in the Portales area. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Portales’s MS nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

As of May 1, 2025, the average Medical Surgical travel nurse working in Portales and surrounding areas earned about $2,049 weekly. Today you can find MS jobs with a salary range between $1,720 to $1,896 per week. The Portales MS travel nursing market can include hospital facilities in Portales proper like Roosevelt General Hospital with more facilities in nearby areas like Clovis, Tucumcari and Lovington to name a few.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for MS travel jobs in Portales. The earliest start date in Portales is Jun 30, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $2,183 per week. The latest start date for an MS job in Portales is Jul 14, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $1,816 per week. You can also find other possibilities by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) Medical Surgical travel nurse job in Portales including 12 weeks and 13 weeks.

Portales is a great location for MS travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

Search Top Paying Medical Surgical Jobs in or near Portales

We have 1 Medical Surgical jobs in Portales, NM and 15 Medical Surgical travel jobs in New Mexico, and 439 total Nationwide. If you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App today and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter.

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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Portales, New Mexico – 88130
  • 12 N,
  • July 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,720 to $1,896
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Clovis, New Mexico – 88101
    Distance from Portales: 17 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 12
$1,773 to $1,954
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Roswell, New Mexico – 88201
    Distance from Portales: 88 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,791 to $2,341
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it. – 160 bed community hospital – Southeastern NM, about 3 hrs each from Ablq NM and Lubbock TX
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Carlsbad, New Mexico – 88220
    Distance from Portales: 132 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,669 to $2,183
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it. – 115 bed Level 3 Trauma center located in Southwestern NM Patient Ratio: 1:6 EMR: MedHost Scrub Color: Any
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Carlsbad, New Mexico – 88220
    Distance from Portales: 132 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,669 to $2,183
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it. – 115 bed Level 3 Trauma center located in Southwestern NM Patient Ratio: 1:6 EMR: MedHost Scrub Color: Any
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Carlsbad, New Mexico – 88220
    Distance from Portales: 132 miles
  • 8 N, 10 N, 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,737 to $1,914
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it. – 115 bed Level 3 Trauma center located in Southwestern NM Patient Ratio: 1:6 EMR: MedHost Scrub Color: Any
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Carlsbad, New Mexico – 88220
    Distance from Portales: 132 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,389 to $1,816
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it. – 115 bed Level 3 Trauma center located in Southwestern NM Patient Ratio: 1:6 EMR: MedHost Scrub Color: Any
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Carlsbad, New Mexico – 88220
    Distance from Portales: 132 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,389 to $1,816
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it. – 115 bed Level 3 Trauma center located in Southwestern NM Patient Ratio: 1:6 EMR: MedHost Scrub Color: Any
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Carlsbad, New Mexico – 88220
    Distance from Portales: 132 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,389 to $1,816
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it. – 115 bed Level 3 Trauma center located in Southwestern NM Patient Ratio: 1:6 EMR: MedHost Scrub Color: Any
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Santa Fe, New Mexico – 87505
    Distance from Portales: 180 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,562 to $1,721
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Albuquerque, New Mexico – 87106
    Distance from Portales: 199 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 5, 2025
  • 13
$1,766 to $1,946
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Las Cruces, New Mexico – 88011
    Distance from Portales: 237 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,867 to $2,057
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Las Cruces, New Mexico – 88011
    Distance from Portales: 237 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,549 to $1,707
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Las Cruces, New Mexico – 88011
    Distance from Portales: 237 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,549 to $1,707
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Lawton, Oklahoma – 73505
    Distance from Portales: 283 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 3, 2025
  • 13
$1,703 to $1,877
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Farmington, New Mexico – 87401
    Distance from Portales: 326 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,668 to $1,838
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right individual to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Kingfisher, Oklahoma – 73750
    Distance from Portales: 327 miles
  • 8 N, 10 N, 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 26
$1,811 to $1,995
Weekly Pay*
• Number of Beds: 25 • Patient Ratios: 6:1 • EMR: EPIC
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – 73104
    Distance from Portales: 342 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 12
$1,906 to $2,101
Weekly Pay*
Level 1 Trauma Center Teaching Hospital
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – 73104
    Distance from Portales: 342 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 27, 2025
  • 24
$1,800 to $1,984
Weekly Pay*
Level 1 Trauma Center Teaching Hospital
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Granbury, Texas – 76048
    Distance from Portales: 342 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$1,304 to $1,437
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Lone Tree, Colorado – 80124
    Distance from Portales: 380 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,630 to $1,796
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding MS unit, based in Lone Tree, is looking for the right RN to join their team. 286 bed Level 2 Trauma center, 20 miles south of Denver. Private patient rooms, including Amenity Suites (larger rooms, private chef, robes, larger bathrooms, concierge service). Artwork primarily by Colorado artists to complement the environment and create a feeling of comfort and healing.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Lone Tree, Colorado – 80124
    Distance from Portales: 380 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 20, 2025
$1,630 to $1,796
Weekly Pay*
Ortho focused MedSurg (MS) unit, based in Lone Tree, is looking for the right RN to join their team. 286 bed Level 2 Trauma center, located in an affluent suburb 20 miles south of Denver. Private patient rooms, including Amenity Suites (larger rooms, private chef, robes, larger bathrooms, concierge service) Uses artwork primarily by Colorado artists to complement the environment and create a feeling of comfort and healing.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Lone Tree, Colorado – 80124
    Distance from Portales: 380 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 13, 2025
$1,630 to $1,796
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Englewood, Colorado – 80113
    Distance from Portales: 388 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 5, 2025
  • 13
$2,090 to $2,303
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Statistics on MS RN Jobs in Portales, New Mexico

Here are some helpful statistics about MS traveling nurse jobs in & near Portales. The data is based on the last three complete months of MS job postings in the Portales and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Medical Surgical job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Portales and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel MS Nursing Jobs for RNs in Portales, NM

What are the top paying Medical Surgical jobs currently available in or near Portales?

  • Registered Nurse – MS with a per week salary of $2,341, a 13 weeks duration, for a 12 D in Roswell (87.6 miles away)
  • Registered Nurse – MS with a per week salary of $2,183, a 13 weeks duration, for a 12 N in Carlsbad (132.5 miles away)
  • Registered Nurse – MS with a per week salary of $2,183, a 13 weeks duration, for a 12 N in Carlsbad (132.5 miles away)

What types of shifts are most common for MS travel jobs in Portales?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common in Portales and surrounding areas.

How many Medical Surgical travel nursing jobs are available in Portales?

There are currently 1 Medical Surgical travel nursing jobs available in Portales. We also get new nursing specialties jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

How much does a day shift Medical Surgical nurse make on average in Portales and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Medical Surgical nurse in Portales can make an average of $1,797 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Medical Surgical nurse make on average in Portales and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Medical Surgical nurse in Portales can make an average of $1,902 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Medical Surgical staff in or near Portales?

  • Roosevelt General Hospital in Portales

How much does an Medical Surgical travel nurse make on average in Portales?

A Medical Surgical nurse in Portales can make an average of $1,855 per week.

What is the most common contract for Medical Surgical travel jobs in Portales?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Medical Surgical job in Portales is 13 weeks.

Locating Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Portales

In Portales, facilities like Roosevelt General Hospital, all offer MS departments.

Other popular cities near Portales’s MS job opportunities are Clovis (16.8 miles), Tucumcari (71.7 miles) and Lovington (85.8 miles).

Portales Hospitals With MS Departments

There are 1 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have MS nurses in Portales. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling MS nurse position in or nearby Portales.

Roosevelt General Hospital
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Departments
Emergency Room RN, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, and Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Address
14121 U S Highway 70
Portales, NM 88130
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.