Peds ER RN in Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Albuquerque, NM
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,038/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $56.61
- Weekly
- $2,038
- Yearly (full-time)
- $105,976
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $56.61/hour — 25% 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:
Join a pediatric emergency department as a travel registered nurse caring for children with urgent and complex needs. This 13-week assignment features 12-hour night shifts, weekend scheduling as needed, and opportunities to support pediatric admission floors when staffing requires. The role is well suited for a nurse with at least two years of pediatric emergency experience, including triage, pediatric dosage calculations, starting IVs, phlebotomy, 12-lead EKG interpretation, and cardiac dysrhythmia recognition. Trauma and resuscitation experience is preferred. First-time travelers with strong relevant experience are welcome.
Weather:
Albuquerque typically offers bright sunshine, dry air, comfortable daytime temperatures, and crisp evenings during this time of year. Cooler nights make the city’s high-desert setting especially inviting for warm layers and scenic outings.
Fun Things To Do:
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Local favorite: Explore Old Town Albuquerque’s historic architecture, shops, galleries, and restaurants.
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Outdoor adventure: Ride the Sandia Peak Tramway or enjoy hiking and panoramic views in the Sandia Mountains.
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Arts and culture: Visit the Albuquerque Museum and nearby cultural attractions.
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Day trip: Spend a day in Santa Fe exploring its historic plaza, galleries, and distinctive Southwestern architecture.
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Day trip: Travel to the Jemez Mountains for scenic drives, outdoor recreation, and relaxing hot springs.
Job Specifics:
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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