Lovelace Medical Group is now hiring a Nocturnist Critical Care Nurse Practitioner in Albuquerque, New Mexico

Lovelace Medical Group is a multispecialty provider group, inclusive of clinics, doctors and advanced practice providers in a broad range of specialties and primary care. Lovelace Health systems built the city?s first hospital and since our organization was founded over 100 years ago we have been committed to serving our community and creating the best quality of life possible for the patients we serve. With over 26 locations throughout the state of New Mexico  we are a growing Medical Group with a bright future ahead of us.  As we grow to best serve the needs of our communities we are excited to add a Critical Care provider to our care team!
 

About your work:

• Provide clinical care to patients in accordance with regulations to include but not limited to obtaining patient history ordering labs diagnostic studies and arranging referrals
• Schedule: 7 on / 7 off | 7pm - 7am
• Inpatient Only
• Refer patient to medical specialist or other providers when necessary
• Caring for the critically ill post operative thoracic surgical patients in the ICU
• Responsible for management of complex patient population in collaboration with intensivists and cardiothoracic surgeons
• Comfortable with procedures including bronchoscopy central venous access arterial catheter placement and thoracentesis
• Communicate effectively with physicians and medical staff in coordinated care
• Uphold excellent bedside manners and ability to create a great patient experience
• Ability to explain medical procedures and plan of care to patients
• Attends departmental meetings and professional training sessions as requested
• Adherence and knowledge of laws to internal medicine including HIPAA

Requirements:

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program 
• Certification Board for Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification ACNPC desired but not required
• Two years of clinical experience in related field
• Experience with CABG valve replacement heart lung transplant and ECMO desired

A Recruitment Package that Values Your Talent and may include: 

• Base salary
• CME/CEU Allowance 
• Sign-on bonus 
• Relocation allowance 
• Paid malpractice coverage 
• Health benefits + Retirement plan 
• Marketing + 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 any licensed childcare setting.

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, rich in culture, creative energy, and some of the best sunrises in the Southwest.
• With 310 days of sunshine, you'll find the weather perfect for outdoor activities.
•  Water enthusiasts enjoy the gorgeous Rio Grande River running through the city.
•  A winter ski trip is always within a few hours? drive and natural hot springs are sprinkled throughout the state.
• New Mexico also touts a reasonable cost of living and housing, a variety of cuisine to explore, and mild traffic.
• Albuquerque offers numerous primary and secondary schooling options and is home to the largest university in the state.
• Recognized as the hot air ballooning capital of the world, Albuquerque is a destination for visitors near and far-with convenient access to an international airport

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About Ardent Health

At Ardent Health, everything we do starts with people—including you. As a national healthcare provider, we’re united by a shared purpose: caring for our patients, our communities, and one another. When you join Ardent, you’re part of a team that’s making healthcare more accessible, compassionate, and easy to navigate. What makes Ardent different is where and how we work. Our hospitals and clinics are rooted in thriving mid-size communities across Idaho, Kansas, New Jersey, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas—offering a high-quality, more affordable lifestyle without sacrificing career opportunity. Here, you can build a meaningful career while enjoying more balance, flexibility, and connection to your community. You’ll be supported by the strength of a national organization—with 30 hospitals, 280 sites of care, and 24,000+ team members—while having the autonomy to make a real impact locally. Whether you’re growing your skills, exploring new roles, or advancing your career, Ardent gives you the resources and flexibility to succeed. At Ardent, your work matters—and so does your life outside of it. We have opportunities across Ardent's affiliate health systems, including: BSA Hea...lth System in TX Hillcrest Healthcare System in OK Lovelace Health System in NM Mountainside Medical Center in NJ Portneuf Health in ID Pascack Valley Medical Center in NJ Seton Medical Center Harker Heights in TX UT Health East Texas in TX The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in KS

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