Med/Surg RN in Carlsbad, New Mexico
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Carlsbad, NM
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,886/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $52.39
- Weekly
- $1,886
- Yearly (full-time)
- $98,072
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $52.39/hour — 15% 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
- 315 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in New Mexico from 6 agencies, 14 of them in Carlsbad.
- Pay in these listings: $25.59 – $86.00/hour, median $55.58/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 134 jobs).
Job description
Join our team as a Travel Med/Surg RN in the scenic city of Carlsbad, NM, where you'll experience the crystal-clear skies and warm desert sunshine that make this area special. In this 13-week contract, you'll be providing vital general medical-surgical care on a busy inpatient unit, working 12-hour days from 6:30 am to 7:00 pm. Expect a rewarding role with a patient ratio of 1:6, involving both floating between rooms and occasional call duties during census fluctuations. This assignment offers the unique opportunity to handle a diverse caseload, including occasional non-critical pediatric patients, all within a well-equipped facility using MedHost EMR. If you thrive in a hands-on nursing environment where no two days are the same, this is your chance to make an impact while enjoying the opportunity to explore southwest New Mexico.
Weather:
Expect generally warm and sunny days, typical of this desert region, with mild evenings and low humidity, making outdoor activities enjoyable year-round.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit Carlsbad Caverns National Park to explore underground marvels.
- Take a day trip to White Sands National Park, famous for its stunning gypsum dunes.
- Go hiking or fishing in the nearby Lincoln National Forest.
- Enjoy local art and culture at the Carlsbad Museum and Arts Center.
- Explore the historic town of La Mesa and its scenic trails.
Job Specifics:
Location: Carlsbad, NM
Shift: 12-hour days (6:30 am – 7:00 pm)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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