Broad scope of practice, real advancement, and a team that knows you.
Questions? Call HR Director Cynthia Trujillo at 575-736-8128
If you are looking for nursing jobs in Artesia, NM, Artesia General Hospital offers something larger systems rarely can: a broad scope of practice, modern technology, and the team culture that earned us recognition as the only Great Place to Work certified hospital in New Mexico.
We are a nonprofit, DNV accredited acute care community hospital that has served Artesia and southeastern New Mexico since 1939. We hire registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and advanced practice nurses across the Emergency Department, Medical-Surgical floor, Surgical Services, Infusion Center, and more.
Why nurses build their careers at Artesia General Hospital
A culture nurses trust
We are New Mexico’s only hospital certified as a Great Place to Work. When staff love where they work, patients feel it too.
401(k) match in one month
Your retirement match starts after just one month, not the six to twelve month wait that is common across the industry.
Loan forgiveness eligible
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, AGH employment counts toward Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Sign-on and relocation support
Eligible nursing roles include a $30,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance to make the move simple.
Broad scope of practice
In a community hospital you touch more of patient care, build wider skills, and are never just a number on a unit.
Room to grow
Our nurses move into charge, lead, educator, and coordinator roles. Advancement here is real, not a promise on a poster.
Pay, benefits, and incentives for Artesia General Hospital nurses
We invest in our nurses because we want you here for the long haul. AGH Nursing jobs in Artesia NM include a benefits package built to compete with larger markets while keeping the cost of living low.
- Competitive base pay for new graduate and experienced RNs
- $30,000 Sign-on bonus for eligible roles
- 401(k) match beginning after one month of employment
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
- Health, dental, vision, and retirement matching
- Relocation assistance and temporary housing support
- Shift differentials for nights and weekends
- Recognition through the Daisy Program
Grow your career here: meet our nurses
Amanda Lodoza, Lead RN, Surgical Services
Amanda has spent her entire nursing career at Artesia General Hospital and now leads the Surgical Services team. Start here, grow here, lead here.
Andrew Castaneda, RN,
Charge Nurse
A night shift charge nurse on our Medical-Surgical floor with more than twelve years at AGH. The longevity of our staff says more than any advertisement could.
Rakesha Holt, RN,
Emergency Department
Known to her team as Kesha, Rakesha brings steady focus to one of the busiest units in the building. She is a nurse our patients remember.
Where you would work: Nursing jobs in Artesia NM
Our nurses care for patients across the hospital, including our Emergency Department, the Medical-Surgical floor, Surgical Services, and the Infusion Center. Whatever your specialty, you will practice alongside a team that values steady hands and a familiar face.
“Our mission is excellence, but our strength is our people. As a certified ‘Great Place to Work,’ we prioritize the well-being of our staff just as much as we prioritize our patients.
Michele Petersen, CNO
Join a nursing team that is committed to professional growth, clinical innovation, and serving the heartbeat of southeastern New Mexico.”
How to apply for a nursing job at AGH
- View current openings
- Submit your application and resume for the role that fits.
- Our team reaches out to schedule a conversation.
- Not ready to apply? Join our talent pool below and we will contact you when the right role opens.
Prefer to talk to a person?
Reach Cynthia Trujillo, our Human Resource Director, directly. She handles recruitment and answers real questions about roles, pay, and the move. Call her at 575-736-8128 or email [email protected].
Nursing jobs at AGH: frequently asked questions
What nursing jobs are available at Artesia General Hospital?
Artesia General Hospital hires registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and advanced practice nurses across departments including the Emergency Department, Medical-Surgical floor, Surgical Services, and Infusion Center. Open roles change as we grow, so check our careers page for current listings.
Does Artesia General Hospital offer a sign-on bonus for nurses?
Yes. Eligible nursing roles at AGH include a sign-on bonus along with relocation assistance. The exact amount depends on the position, so ask our recruitment team for current details.
Does AGH offer student loan forgiveness for nurses?
Yes. Because Artesia General Hospital is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, full-time employment qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. You can confirm your eligibility through the federal program.
How soon does the 401(k) match start for AGH nurses?
The AGH 401(k) match begins after just one month of employment, far sooner than the six to twelve months common at other employers.
What is it like to be a nurse in Artesia, New Mexico?
Nurses at AGH practice a broad scope of care in a close community hospital where colleagues and patients know your name. Artesia offers a short commute, a low cost of living, and more than 300 days of sunshine a year.
How do I apply for a nursing job at AGH?
Apply through the Artesia General Hospital careers page, where you can view current openings and submit your application. If nothing fits today, join our talent pool and we will contact you when a role opens.
Your next nursing job could be in Artesia NM
Big-city technology, small-town care, and a team that has your back. See where you fit at Artesia General Hospital.