NICU Respiratory Therapist in Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Albuquerque, NM
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $3,096/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $86.00
- Weekly
- $3,096
- Yearly (full-time)
- $160,992
- Contract length
- 18 weeks
This job pays about $86.00/hour — 90% 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, 142 of them in Albuquerque.
- 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 Respiratory Therapist in the NICU at a renowned Level I Trauma teaching hospital. This role offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, specialized environment where you'll be handling ventilator management, airway procedures, ABG interpretation, and critical respiratory interventions for newborns and pediatric patients. The assignment is unique because you'll experience the complexity of neonatal critical care in a short-term, 18-week contract with 12-hour day shifts. Expect the possibility of floating within scope to meet unit needs, including adult respiratory units. This position is perfect for an RRT with at least two years of experience who thrives in a level I trauma setting and enjoys making a difference during crucial moments in neonatal care.
Weather:
Typically mild and warm during this season, the weather around Albuquerque tends to be sunny with comfortable temperatures, making outdoor activities and city exploration quite enjoyable.
Fun Things To Do:
- Sandia Peak Tramway: Ride the tram for breathtaking views of the mountains and cityscape.
- Old Town Albuquerque: Stroll through historic adobe buildings, shops, and lively plazas.
- Day trip to Santa Fe: Explore art galleries, unique southwestern architecture, and the Santa Fe Plaza.
- Carlsbad Caverns: Discover impressive underground limestone caves on a scenic day trip.
- Petroglyph National Monument: Hike among ancient volcanic rock formations adorned with petroglyphs revealing the area's rich history.
Job Specifics:
Location: Albuquerque, NM
Shift: 12-hour days from 06:00 to 18:30
Duration: 18 weeks with guaranteed 36 hours per week, including the potential for worked hours or time off as scheduled.
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