ER RN in Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Albuquerque, NM
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,698/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $74.94
- Weekly
- $2,698
- Yearly (full-time)
- $140,296
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $74.94/hour — 65% 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, 36 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
- 365 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New Mexico from 6 agencies, 178 of them in Albuquerque.
- Pay in these listings: $25.59 – $96.08/hour, median $55.87/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in New Mexico: $45.36/hour ($94,349/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($58.59/hour across 160 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
This 13-week travel assignment is for a Registered Nurse supporting a fast-paced adult admission unit adjacent to the Emergency Department. You will care for admitted patients while they await placement in inpatient progressive care areas, managing frequent admissions and transfers across a diverse medical population. The role requires telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, medical equipment oversight, and efficient time management. Relief charge responsibilities and floating within scope may be required. Nurses with at least one year of experience and ACLS, BLS, and NIH certifications are encouraged to apply, and first-time travelers are welcome.
Weather:
Expect crisp, cool mornings, abundant sunshine, comfortable afternoons, and cooler evenings. The area generally offers dry conditions with occasional precipitation, making it easy to enjoy both outdoor activities and indoor attractions.
Fun Things To Do:
• Local Culture: Explore Old Town’s historic streets, shops, galleries, and restaurants.
• Scenic Adventure: Ride or drive up Sandia Peak for panoramic views and outdoor recreation.
• Arts and History: Visit Albuquerque’s museums and cultural attractions.
• Day Trip: Spend a day exploring Santa Fe’s galleries, historic plaza, and local cuisine.
• Day Trip: Visit Jemez Springs for scenic drives, hiking, and relaxing natural hot springs.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Shift: 12-hour days, 7:00 AM–7:30 PM
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 48
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