How much do staff Registered Nursing jobs pay per hour in New Mexico?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Thursday, January 8th 2026, the average hourly Registered Nurse salary in New Mexico is $38 per hour but can pay up to $54 per hour.

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View job details for Director Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

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Director Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

Core Medical-Perm
Albuquerque, NM
5x8 hrs

$54-74/hour

5x8

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse - Correctional

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Registered Nurse - Correctional

Cibola County Correctional Center
Milan, NM

$46-59/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Core Medical-Perm
Espanola, NM
5x8 hrs

$38-55/hour

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Cardiac Cath Lab

Core Medical-Perm
Clovis, NM
5x8 hrs

$38-55/hour

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

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Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

Core Medical-Perm
Santa Fe, NM
5x8 hrs

$38-55/hour

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic

Core Medical-Perm
Espanola, NM
5x8 hrs

$38-55/hour

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

Core Medical-Perm
Espanola, NM
5x8 hrs

$38-55/hour

5x8

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Posted 9 days ago

View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Core Medical-Perm
Socorro, NM
5x8 hrs

$38-55/hour

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - CVOR

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Registered Nurse (RN) - CVOR

Core Medical-Perm
Albuquerque, NM
5x8 hrs

$38-55/hour

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room

Core Medical-Perm
Albuquerque, NM
5x8 hrs

$38-55/hour

5x8

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View job details for Registered Nurse - Correctional

Staff Position

Registered Nurse - Correctional

Torrance County Detention Facility
Estancia, NM

$42-55/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Manager, Hospice

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Manager, Hospice

Jet Health
Albuquerque, NM

$90K-100K/year

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Posted 9 days ago

View job details for Home Health Registered Nurse

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Home Health Registered Nurse

Ambercare – an Addus family company
White Sands, NM

$43-47/hour

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View job details for Home Health Registered Nurse

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Home Health Registered Nurse

Ambercare – an Addus family company
Redrock, NM

$43-47/hour

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View job details for Home Health Registered Nurse

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Home Health Registered Nurse

Ambercare – an Addus family company
Bayard, NM

$43-47/hour

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View job details for Home Health Registered Nurse

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Home Health Registered Nurse

Ambercare – an Addus family company
Gila, NM

$43-47/hour

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View job details for Home Health Registered Nurse

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Home Health Registered Nurse

Ambercare – an Addus family company
Tyrone, NM

$43-47/hour

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View job details for Home Health Registered Nurse

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Home Health Registered Nurse

Ambercare – an Addus family company
Hurley, NM

$43-47/hour

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View job details for Home Health Registered Nurse

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Home Health Registered Nurse

Ambercare – an Addus family company
Mimbres, NM

$43-47/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Manager

Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Home Health Manager

Jet Health
Albuquerque, NM
Sign-On Bonus

$90K-95K/year

Sign-On Bonus

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New Mexico Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Registered Nurse Salary

$48.18/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in New Mexico is $48.18 per hour. This is 17% higher than the US average of $40.00.

Last updated on January 7, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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New Mexico Nursing Jobs FAQs

What are the Registered Nurse licensing requirements in New Mexico?

You can find out the RN licensing and renewal requirements for new or experienced registered nurses at our New Mexico RN Licensing guide.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, January 8th 2026, Vivian has 2 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $55 per hour on average and up to $63 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, January 8th 2026, Vivian has 68 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $46 per hour on average, and up to $65 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, January 8th 2026, Vivian has 3,067 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,066 per hour on average, and up to $3,600 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Is New Mexico a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC)?

Yes, New Mexico is a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC).

How much does obtaining a nursing license in New Mexico cost?

Cost to obtain a nursing license in New Mexico is $150.

How often do you need to renew your nursing license in New Mexico?

Nursing license needs to be renewed every two years.

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