Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Sound Physicians; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 144,000 - 176,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Albuquerque is seeking a Hospital Medicine Nocturnist Nurse Practitioner. This nocturnist role involves working overnight shifts to provide high-quality patient care in a collaborative setting. Candidates should have a graduate degree from an accredited nurse practitioner program and an active NP license in New Mexico. Compensation includes a $160k base salary and incentives based on quality and productivity.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree from an accredited nurse practitioner program.
• Active NP license or eligible to become licensed in New Mexico.
• Open to new ACNP candidates with recent hospitalist experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, comprehensive medical and post-operative patient care.
• Utilize Cerner EMR systems and Sound’s internal informatics platform.
• Support rapid response team and attend codes.

Skills

Patient care

Cerner EMR systems

Collaboration

Education

Graduate degree from accredited NP program

Active NP license in New Mexico

Job description

Overview

Bring Better to the Bedside as a Hospital Medicine Nocturnist Nurse Practitioner in Albuquerque, New Mexico at University of New Mexico Hospital.

We believe in bringing "better" to our local community in Albuquerque—better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. We'd love to talk if you're looking for a role that supports your professional growth and connection to a vibrant community.

We are hiring for a nocturnist position. A nocturnist role requires working exclusively overnight shifts. Candidates must be comfortable with a nocturnal schedule and possess the ability to deliver exceptional patient care during nighttime hours.

Local Team Collaboration

• Join our well-established team of ten physicians and eight APPs at the University of New Mexico Hospital.
• Work alongside a unique group of clinicians with diverse geographic, educational, and training backgrounds.
• We work closely with our colleagues in other departments to ensure a seamless transition of care.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree from an accredited nurse practitioner program.
• Active NP license or eligible to become licensed in New Mexico.
• Open to new ACNP candidates. FNPs will need recent hospitalist experience.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Flexible Scheduling

• 7pm-7am, 7 on/off
• We offer various flexible scheduling options to promote a healthy work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, comprehensive medical and post-operative patient care.
• Utilize Cerner EMR systems and Sound’s internal informatics platform.
• Support the rapid response team and attend codes as a courtesy run by the ICU team.
• The hospital has a closed ICU, and our hospitalist team is not responsible for procedures.

Living And Working In Albuquerque

• Albuquerque isn’t just where we work—it’s where we live, raise our families, and embrace the unique charm of a city rich in culture and natural beauty.
• From breathtaking views of the Sandia Mountains and vibrant annual events like the Balloon Fiesta to family-friendly neighborhoods, a thriving arts scene, and incredible New Mexican cuisine, Albuquerque offers something for everyone.

Albuquerque-Centered Care

• Patient care is our top priority, always.
• We value and support growth and development in our hospital medicine practice, allowing you to explore new opportunities locally and within the broader medical group.
• We’re a community-minded team, deeply committed to supporting community health and wellness within and outside the hospital. Our collective efforts make a meaningful impact in our community.

Compensation And Rewards

• Compensation:
• $160k base salary.
• Quality and productivity incentives offered.
• Sound offers a robust training program for incoming APPs who have not worked in a hospitalist environment.