NICU RN in Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Albuquerque, NM
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,743/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $57.15
- Weekly
- $2,743
- Yearly (full-time)
- $142,636
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $57.15/hour — 26% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New Mexico ($45.36/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 48 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New Mexico right now
- 348 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New Mexico from 6 agencies, 173 of them in Albuquerque.
- Pay in these listings: $25.59 – $96.08/hour, median $55.85/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in New Mexico: $45.36/hour ($94,349/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($58.09/hour across 148 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join a Level III NICU as a Registered Nurse on a 13-week travel contract. This assignment is designed for an experienced NICU RN who is comfortable caring for critically ill newborns during overnight shifts. You will work 12-hour nights, with weekend coverage and floating responsibilities required. A 36- or 48-hour weekly option is available, making this a strong fit for a night-shift professional ready for a focused neonatal assignment in Albuquerque.
Weather
Albuquerque typically offers dry, comfortable conditions around this time of year, with plenty of sunshine, cool evenings, and generally mild daytime temperatures. The area’s high-desert climate makes it easy to enjoy outdoor plans between shifts.
Fun Things To Do
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Sandia Peak Tramway: Ride above the city for sweeping views of the Rio Grande Valley and surrounding mountains.
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Old Town Albuquerque: Explore historic adobe architecture, local shops, galleries, and Southwestern dining.
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Petroglyph National Monument: Take a day trip to view ancient rock carvings along scenic desert trails.
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Santa Fe: Spend a day exploring art galleries, museums, historic plazas, and distinctive New Mexican cuisine.
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ABQ BioPark: Visit the botanical garden, aquarium, and zoo for an easy local outing.
Job Specifics
City and State: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 48 hours per week, with a 36-hour option available
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