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Explore Exciting Travel Nursing Opportunities in New Mexico

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New Mexico serves as an exceptional travel nursing destination, boasting a myriad of attractions. This state provides an excellent opportunity to immerse yourself in the distinctive natural beauty of the American Southwest. Beyond its breathtaking landscapes, visitors will discover a vibrant arts scene, opportunities for cultural enrichment, and a plethora of outdoor adventures. 

Our comprehensive job database offers travel RNs access to a range of top-notch travel nursing assignments throughout New Mexico. Here, you can not only enhance your professional experience but also enjoy competitive compensation, making it a truly rewarding experience.

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New Mexico has some of the best travel nurse job opportunities in the country, and we currently have 72 travel nurse jobs available.

Travel nurse jobs are currently available in cities like Roswell, Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Rio Rancho, and Las Cruces. New Mexico hospitals and health care facilities are looking for all types of specialists including Labor & Delivery (13 jobs), Cardiovascular Operating Room (1 job), Case Manager (3 jobs), Emergency Room (9 jobs), Progressive Care Unit (11 jobs), and more.

We have new travel nurse jobs posted daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack when a new job opens up. We make it as easy as possible for you to compare nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on traveling nurse salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

With great things to do, people to meet and places to see, New Mexico is a popular place for travel jobs! Also be sure to check out our resources on how to become a travel nurse and nursing license renewal.

New Mexico Cities with Highest-Paying Travel Nurse Jobs

The highest travel nurse jobs salary in New Mexico can earn up to $2,783 per week as of November 1, 2024. Today, you can find jobs with an average salary of $1,976 ranging between $1,038 to $2,783 per week. The cities with the highest paying jobs include:

In New Mexico, there are a number of hospital facilities with nursing staff including: Albuquerque Area Indian Health Service in Albuquerque, Indian Health Service - Mescalero in Mescalero, Signify - New Mexico in Albuquerque, Aspen Dental - Clovis, NM #3119 in Clovis, and Bear Canyon Family Dentistry in Albuquerque are well known in New Mexico.

If you have a specific start date in mind, the soonest available in New Mexico is Dec 23, 2024 for a Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery - L&D role at $2,783 per week. The latest start date for a Registered Nurse job is Dec 23, 2024 for a Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery - L&D role at $2,783 per week.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a travel nursing job in New Mexico including 13 Weeks (1,348 jobs), 12 Weeks (17 jobs), and 8 Weeks (12 jobs).

FAQs about Travel Nurse Jobs in New Mexico

On average, how much does a travel nurse make in New Mexico?

The salary for travel nurse jobs in New Mexico averages $2,456 per week.

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How many New Mexico travel nurse job opportunities are currently available?

In New Mexico there are 72 jobs opportunities for a traveling nurse to choose from as of December 11, 2024.

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What cities have the highest paying travel nursing jobs in New Mexico?
  • Roswell, New Mexico $2,783 / per week average salary
  • Albuquerque, New Mexico $2,595 / per week average salary
  • Santa Fe, New Mexico $2,568 / per week average salary
  • Rio Rancho, New Mexico $2,545 / per week average salary
  • Las Cruces, New Mexico $2,267 / per week average salary
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What nursing specialties are needed most in New Mexico right now?
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Top Travel Nurse Salaries in New Mexico

Find the nurse travel jobs in New Mexico with the highest salaries below and contact a recruiter today:

Cities Highest Paying Salary Average Salary Highest paying job in each city
Roswell $2,783 /Weekly* $2,456 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery $2,783 per week
Albuquerque $2,595 /Weekly* $2,475 /Weekly* Surgical Technologist - Cardiac Surgery $2,595 per week
Santa Fe $2,568 /Weekly* $2,450 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery $2,568 per week
Rio Rancho $2,545 /Weekly* $2,427 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Case Management- Case Manager $2,545 per week
Las Cruces $2,267 /Weekly* $2,162 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery $2,267 per week
Las Cruces $2,267 /Weekly* $2,162 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery $2,267 per week

*Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the company. Please speak with your recruiter for additional details.

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New Mexico’s Top Opportunities by Specialty

AMN Healthcare receives new travel nurse jobs in New Mexico each day from hospitals and healthcare facilities. If you are looking for a specific New Mexico travel nurse job, please see below for in-demand nursing specialties needed throughout the state:

Specialty Average Salary Cities with highest paying jobs
Cardiovascular Operating Room $61.87 /hour* Albuquerque
Case Manager $56.44 /hour* Albuquerque, Rio Rancho and Farmington
Labor & Delivery $54.11 /hour* Santa Fe, Roswell and Albuquerque
Post Anesthesia Care Unit $52.34 /hour* Espanola
Progressive Care Unit $50.74 /hour* Rio Rancho, Albuquerque and Farmington
Emergency Room $46.68 /hour* Albuquerque, Rio Rancho and Farmington
Operating Room $46.50 /hour* Albuquerque, Santa Fe and Roswell
Medical Surgical $43.29 /hour* Roswell, Albuquerque and Santa Fe
Dialysis $43.07 /hour* Roswell
Intensive Care Unit $42.12 /hour* Carlsbad and Las Cruces

*Estimate of hourly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with your Recruiter for additional details.

Discover the Enchantment of New Mexico:

A Travel Nurse's Oasis

New Mexico, often referred to as the "Land of Enchantment," lives up to its name with its awe-inspiring desert landscapes, soothing hot springs, and majestic snow-capped peaks. For adventurous RNs, there's an abundance of opportunities, including a day trip to Carlsbad Caverns National Park and exploring the state's over 400 captivating ghost towns.

 

If New Mexico sounds like the perfect location for your next travel nurse assignment, our dedicated recruiters are prepared to connect you with the opportunity you've been eagerly anticipating.

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We Offer More Than a Competitive Paycheck:

Experience the Comprehensive Benefits of Travel Nursing in New Mexico

While a competitive paycheck is undeniably appealing, there are other vital benefits to consider. Our all-encompassing benefits package includes a range of valuable offerings such as company-arranged housing at no cost, access to mental health resources tailored to the needs of travel RNs, complimentary CEUs (Continuing Education Units), enticing referral bonuses, and much more.

 

When you choose AMN Healthcare, you receive not only a competitive paycheck but also an array of benefits that enhance your overall travel nursing experience.

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