High-paying nursing jobs in Albuquerque

Nursing is caring for patients and managing healthcare. Nurses provide essential support by monitoring patient conditions and administering treatments. They need empathy, attention to detail, and strong communication skills to deliver quality care.


The 438 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $43,296 and $326,128 per year. Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse and Nurse Practitioner are among the most popular high-paying roles in Albuquerque, NM.

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Updated Oct 31, 2026
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Albuquerque, NM
New Mexico
Job openings (Albuquerque)

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Albuquerque

$326,128 per year

New Mexico

$309,057 per year

Advanced Practice Provider

Albuquerque

$139,617 per year

New Mexico

$136,541 per year

Nurse Practitioner

Albuquerque

$131,454 per year

New Mexico

$137,487 per year

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Albuquerque

$2,103 per week

New Mexico

$2,063 per week

Registered Nurse - Icu

Albuquerque

$1,976 per week

New Mexico

$2,003 per week

Registered Nurse

Albuquerque

$1,902 per week

New Mexico

$1,990 per week

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Albuquerque

$1,858 per week

New Mexico

$1,905 per week

Hospice Nurse

Albuquerque

$94,958 per year

New Mexico

$92,512 per year

Licensed Practical Nurse

Albuquerque

$1,088 per week

New Mexico

$1,157 per week

Nursing Assistant

Albuquerque

$19.17 per hour

New Mexico

$19.54 per hour

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