New Mexico Albuquerque city skyline at dusk with buildings and trees mixed together.

Travel Nursing Jobs in New Mexico

New Mexico deserves the nickname The Land of Enchantment. It's exactly what you'll experience with a travel nursing job in this state. Stunning landscapes from border to border will take your breath away in this cultural treasure chest. We have high demand for travel nurses in New Mexico for CVICU, ICU/Critical Care, and Medsurg along with many other specialties. Start your travel adventure in New Mexico today!
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Popular Places to Visit in New Mexico

Las Cruces, New Mexico aerial view on a sunny day with roads leading into the city in front of a backdrop with mountains.
Downtown Rio Rancho, New Mexico in Sandoval County city surrounded by tufts of dry grass in front of mountains and rocky terrain.
Santa Fe, New Mexico street view lined with shopping center buildings at dusk with street lights lit up.
Shiprock the great volcanic rock mountain in the desert plane of Santa Fe at sundown surrounded by dry grass tufts.
Albuquerque's high desert environment and 300+ days of sunshine annually are perfect for active travel nurses with jobs in New Mexico. The views are spectacular in this natural playground with hiking, biking, paddleboarding, horseback riding, rock climbing, skiing, and so much more. Las Cruces borders the Chihuahuan Desert. Travel nurses who work with older populations are welcomed here as Las Cruces is popular with retirees. Rio Rancho is known for low crime rates and exceptional schools which makes it ideal for travel nurses with families. And, Santa Fe's art scene, creative population, and stunning landscapes make this travel nurse job feel like a working vacation. Sound good? Explore Advantis Medical travel nursing jobs in New Mexico below.

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Advantis Medical knows you're going places. We're the travel nurse agency to support your travel nurse career from day one on with highly competitive pay, the most desirable roles, and dedicated personal support.

Travel Nursing in New Mexico:
Did you know?


  • If you don't get a selfie on the Extraterrestrial Highway, you'll miss an out-of-this-world opportunity.
  • White Sands National Monument is a desert of gypsum crystals - not sand.
  • New Mexico has more sheep and cattle than people.
  • More chili peppers are grown in NM than in the other 49 states combined.
  • Albuquerque is the hot air balloon capital of the United States.

Interested in New Mexico travel nurse jobs?
View through windows in a row of ruins of red adobe style buildings in New Mexico. Red peppers and wooden ladder at the side of a Pueblo styled house in Taos, New Mexico. Hot air balloons of different designs and colors floating in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

New Mexico Travel Nurse FAQs

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What license do you need to travel nurse in NM?

New Mexico Board of Nursing
Contact information
Website: https://nmbon.sks.com/
Phone: 505.841.8340

Fees

Timing
Processing Time: 3 - 4 weeks
Valid for: 2 years


How much can a traveling nurse make in New Mexico?

Indeed.com estimates the average travel nurse salary in 2022 at $122,115 but this can vary widely by location, specialty, and demand. This is significantly higher than $77,600, the average salary for a staff nurse in 2022, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. 

What is the highest-paying travel nursing agency in New Mexico?

Advantis Medical negotiates for the highest-paying travel nursing jobs in New Mexico. All our travelers qualify for free concierge service. Chat with your recruiter to learn how we can help you land the job of your dreams quickly and hassle-free!

What are the benefits of working with Advantis Medical?

Advantis Medical offers comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, along with 401(k) plans that start on day one. Experience the Gold Standard in clinician care with the convenience of weekly direct deposit, housing & travel assistance, and a personal concierge for onboarding & credentialing. Interested in traveling with a friend? Advantis offers $500 per traveler that you refer so it’s never been easier to travel with friends or family.

How much does travel nurse housing cost in New Mexico?

Your Advantis Medical Support Team can help you find housing in New Mexico within your budget. Our Travel Coordinator will even book your living arrangements if you’d like! We do not provide agency housing. Instead, our travelers get a generous stipend and any help needed to get settled. This gives you the freedom to live where you want and lets you pocket any leftover money, too! Agency-provided housing, on the other hand, is deducted from your paycheck. Either way, you pay for your living arrangements.