Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in New Mexico

Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in New Mexico are in steady demand, concentrated across hospital systems, long-term care facilities, and community health clinics, with openings at every level from new graduate to experienced charge LPN. The heaviest hiring activity centers on Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Las Cruces, where established employers like Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Lovelace Health System, and the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center maintain ongoing licensed practical nurse staffing needs. The most consistent openings are in geriatric care, home health, and behavioral health, reflecting New Mexico's aging rural population and expanding community mental health infrastructure. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles39
Top employerTalented Medical Solutions
Top cityAlbuquerque, NM
Cities hiring17
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialCPR Certification

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OPCO Skilled Management
Charge Nurse (LVN or RN) / all shifts
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Charge Nurse (LVN or RN) / all shifts
OPCO Skilled Management
Hobbs, New Mexico
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification

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Travel LPN
VSH Consulting
Bloomfield, New Mexico
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$45 - $46/hr
On-Site

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Ernest Health
Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
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Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
Ernest Health
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Talented Medical Solutions
Licensed practical nurse (LPN) -LOCAL
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Licensed practical nurse (LPN) -LOCAL
Talented Medical Solutions
Bloomfield, New Mexico
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$31.05 - $31.15/hr
BLS Certification

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Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs by City in New Mexico

Where New Mexico roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Albuquerque
14 jobs
Santa Fe
3 jobs
Bloomfield
3 jobs
Farmington
3 jobs
Rio Rancho
3 jobs
Las Cruces
2 jobs
Hobbs
1 job
Clovis
1 job
Grants
1 job

Licensed Practical Nurse Job Market in New Mexico

A snapshot from current New Mexico openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Talented Medical Solutions
Talented Medical Solutions8 open roles
Aveanna Healthcare
Aveanna Healthcare4 open roles
Healthforce
Healthforce2 open roles

What New Mexico Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in licensed practical nurse jobs across New Mexico.

  • Active licensed practical nurse license issued or recognized by the New Mexico Board of Nursing
  • Completion of a state-approved practical nursing program from an accredited institution
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an approved provider
  • At least one year of clinical experience in a long-term care or acute care setting
  • Proficiency in electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Strong patient communication skills with experience serving diverse or Spanish-speaking populations

Licensed Practical Nurse Jobs in New Mexico: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a licensed practical nurse in New Mexico?

To become a licensed practical nurse in New Mexico, you must complete an approved practical nursing program, pass the NCLEX-PN exam, and obtain licensure through the New Mexico Board of Nursing. Practical nursing programs are available at community colleges across the state, including Central New Mexico Community College and San Juan College. After passing the NCLEX-PN, you apply directly to the New Mexico Board of Nursing for your initial license before practicing.

How much do licensed practical nurses make in New Mexico?

Licensed practical nurses in New Mexico earn a median of about $59,330 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $38,090 for the lowest 10% to over $78,110 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire licensed practical nurses in New Mexico?

New Mexico licensed practical nurse roles are posted by Talented Medical Solutions, Aveanna Healthcare, and Healthforce and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New Mexico's mix of hospital networks, rural health clinics, and tribal health facilities creates a broad range of employers actively hiring licensed practical nurses across the state.

Which New Mexico cities have the most licensed practical nurse jobs?

Albuquerque, Santa Fe, and Bloomfield have the most licensed practical nurse openings in New Mexico. Albuquerque drives the largest share of demand as the state's primary medical hub, home to major hospital systems and specialty clinics, while Santa Fe and Las Cruces support steady hiring through regional medical centers, long-term care facilities, and federally qualified health centers serving their surrounding communities.

Are there remote licensed practical nurse jobs in New Mexico?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of licensed practical nurse openings tied to New Mexico are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is by nature. The portions of licensed practical nurse work most suited to remote or telehealth settings are care coordination, chronic disease management follow-up calls, and utilization review roles that some larger New Mexico health systems have structured for off-site staff.

How can I get hired as a licensed practical nurse in New Mexico with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to long-term care and skilled nursing facilities, which consistently hire new graduates in New Mexico and often provide on-the-job mentorship. Presbyterian Healthcare Services and Lovelace Health System occasionally offer new-graduate transition programs for licensed practical nurses. Candidates coming from certified nursing assistant or medical assistant roles carry a strong advantage, and holding an active New Mexico Board of Nursing license with a current BLS certification positions a new graduate ahead of unverified applicants.

Where can I find and apply to licensed practical nurse jobs in New Mexico?

You can find and apply to licensed practical nurse jobs in New Mexico on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state right now. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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