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 531 nursing jobs listed below pay well, with salaries between $43,192 and $326,128 per year. Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse and Nursing Assistant are among the most popular high-paying roles in Albuquerque, NM.

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Updated Nov 05, 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

$138,374 per year

New Mexico

$138,150 per year

Nurse Practitioner

Albuquerque

$131,939 per year

New Mexico

$137,838 per year

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room

Albuquerque

$2,106 per week

New Mexico

$2,063 per week

Registered Nurse - Icu

Albuquerque

$1,976 per week

New Mexico

$2,001 per week

Registered Nurse

Albuquerque

$1,897 per week

New Mexico

$1,989 per week

Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical

Albuquerque

$1,854 per week

New Mexico

$1,905 per week

Hospice Nurse

Albuquerque

$95,294 per year

New Mexico

$92,768 per year

Licensed Practical Nurse

Albuquerque

$1,084 per week

New Mexico

$1,153 per week

Nursing Assistant

Albuquerque

$19.12 per hour

New Mexico

$19.52 per hour

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