What are the responsibilities and job description for the Critical Care Nocturist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | New Mexico | 10K Commencement Bonus position at Lovelace Health System?
Lovelace Medical Center and Heart Hospital are searching for a Nocturnist Critical Care / ICU Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their established, employed Hospital Medicine team in Albuquerque, NM. Enjoy an excellent work/life balance while working alongside an experienced and collaborative team in a dynamic hospital-based environment.
Required:
- Completion of applicable advanced practice training program, ACLS and BLS certification, ability to obtain state licensure
- Skills: PICC Line, Catheters and Intubation
Preferred: Experience with Shock Program patients and LVAD patients
About Your Work:
- Join an established team of 8 physicians, 6 Nurse Practitioners, and 2 Physician Assistants
- Hospital-employed full-time opportunity
- Both inpatient and outpatient responsibilities
- 7 on / 7 off schedule providing strong work-life balance - Nocturnist Shift
- No call requirement when off service
- Expected patient volume includes a 20-patient unit at Lovelace Medical Center and a 16-patient unit at Heart Hospital
- Responsibilities may include patient assessment and management, procedures, admissions, rounding, and coordinating care with physicians and clinical teams
- Required procedural experience includes PICC line placement, catheter management, and intubation
- Opportunity to work with specialized patient populations, including Shock Program and LVAD patients
- Smart Technology: See more patients without extending your day. Our providers utilize Epic EMR and Ambience AI scribe technology to streamline documentation, reduce administrative burden, improve patient flow, and support accurate coding while enhancing work-life balance
A Recruitment Package that Values Your Talent and may include:
- Competitive base salary plus incentive opportunities
- CME/CEU allowance
- Commencement bonus
- Medical debt assistance consultative services through Navigate Student Loans
- Relocation assistance
- Paid malpractice coverage
- Comprehensive health benefits retirement plans
- Marketing and practice growth assistance
Student Loan Repayment Assistance:
The New Mexico Health Professional Loan Repayment Program (HPLRP) provides eligible providers with up to $75,000 in repayment assistance for outstanding student loans.
Free Childcare:
New Mexico now offers universal, no-cost childcare for all families, eliminating copays and income limits statewide—saving physicians and APPs an average of $12,000–$14,000 per child per year while providing access to licensed childcare options.
About Lovelace Health System:
Lovelace Health System has been committed to meeting the healthcare needs of New Mexico communities since 1912. With 613 beds across multiple facilities, Lovelace Health System includes Lovelace Medical Center, Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center, Lovelace UNM Rehabilitation Hospital, Lovelace Women's Hospital, Lovelace Westside Hospital, Lovelace Regional Hospital, New Mexico Heart Institute, and Lovelace Medical Group.
Awards & Recognition:
Leapfrog Group
- Top Teaching Hospital: Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center
- Top General Hospital: Lovelace Women's Hospital
About the Community:
Albuquerque is New Mexico's largest city and sits in the high desert. With 310 days of sunshine each year, the area offers outstanding opportunities for outdoor recreation including hiking, biking, skiing, and many other activities. Known as the hot air ballooning capital of the world, Albuquerque combines a vibrant cultural scene, unique dining and shopping experiences, affordable living, and convenient access through an international airport. With a mix of urban, suburban, and rural lifestyles, Albuquerque provides an exceptional place to live and work.
Salary : $12,000 - $14,000