ER RN in Portales, New Mexico
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Portales, NM
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,912/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $53.11
- Weekly
- $1,912
- Yearly (full-time)
- $99,424
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $53.11/hour — 17% 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, 4 of them in Portales.
- 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
This rural emergency room RN role offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced setting where your skills in triaging and rapid decision-making will truly shine. You'll be providing direct and indirect patient care in an emergency care environment, managing a variety of urgent situations on night shifts that often require quick thinking and a calm demeanor. The position includes occasional charge shifts, giving you a chance to lead and coordinate patient flow during your shift. Join a dedicated team where initiative and responsibility are valued, and your ability to adapt in a rural hospital setting will make a real difference in patient outcomes.
Weather:
Expect generally mild and varied weather typical of the region, with warm summers and cooler evenings. It’s a climate that allows for comfortable outdoor activities year-round, making it easy to enjoy a bit of nature before or after your shift.
Fun Things To Do:
- Historic Downtown Stroll: Explore quaint shops and local art galleries within the city's charming historic district.
- Nature Hike: Venture out to nearby parks for scenic trails and wildlife viewing.
- Day Trip to Carlsbad Caverns: Discover stunning underground formations on a guided tour.
- Panhandle Plains Museum: Visit one of the region’s most comprehensive history museums.
- Mountain Biking: Experience rugged trails suitable for all skill levels in nearby mountain parks.
Job Specifics:
Location: Portales, NM
Shift: 12-hour nights
Duration: 13 weeks (approximately 36 hours per week)
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