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Critical Care Nocturist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | New Mexico | 10K Commencement Bonus

Lovelace Health System·Albuquerque, New Mexico

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs
·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Provide nocturnal critical care and ICU management for patients at Lovelace Medical Center and Heart Hospital. Responsibilities include patient assessment, admissions, rounding, and performing specialized procedures while coordinating care with clinical teams.

Overview

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.

Requirements

Requires completion of an advanced practice training program and current ACLS and BLS certifications. Candidates must be able to obtain state licensure and possess proficiency in PICC lines, catheters, and intubation.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Patient Assessment
  • Critical Care
  • Patient Management
  • Intubation
  • Epic EMR
  • ICU Management
  • PICC Line Placement
  • Catheter Management
  • LVAD Patient Care
  • Shock Program Care

Benefits

  • Retirement plans
  • Relocation assistance
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • Competitive base salary
  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Incentive opportunities
  • Commencement bonus
  • Medical debt assistance
  • Paid malpractice coverage
  • Free childcare
  • Marketing and practice growth assistance
  • CME/CEU allowance

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Posted
Jun 19, 2026
Closes
Jun 19, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Lovelace Health System

For nearly 100 years, Lovelace Health System has set new standards of care in New Mexico through revolutionary advances in medicine and surgery. Today, that legacy of accomplishment continues in our commitment to advanced technology and sensitive care. At Lovelace, we believe...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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New Mexico critical care nocturnist demand

Critical care nocturnist NP and PA roles in New Mexico are typically competitive because hospitals need advanced practice clinicians who can manage overnight ICU acuity and perform procedures such as PICC lines, catheter care, and intubation. Candidates with current ACLS and BLS, plus the ability to obtain state licensure, may stand out; a practical next step is to review your procedural experience and licensure timeline before applying. Job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting, helping you assess fit faster.

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