Nurse Practitioner | Surgery - Neurosurgery Location: New Mexico Employer: Barton Associates Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Start Date: 4/5/2027
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Neurosurgery NP in New Mexico!
Our client in New Mexico is actively seeking a dedicated Neurological Surgery Nurse Practitioner for a 28-day assignment, focusing on inpatient care and all neurosurgery cases. This role offers a 7 on/7 off schedule with 12-hour shifts, requiring flexibility for both day and night float coverage.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Provide inpatient care for all neurosurgery cases.
- Work 12-hour shifts, including both day and night rotations (6a–6p or 6p–6a).
- Follow a 7 on/7 off schedule, typically Wednesday through Tuesday.
- Be available for float coverage as needed, primarily for night shifts, with flexibility to assist with day shifts.
- Participate in an initial 7-day orientation stretch post-credentialing before transitioning to sporadic float coverage.
- Opportunity for holiday coverage annually.
Additional Information
- Board Certifications: Neurological Surgery; Family Nurse Practitioner Certification (FNP)
- Other Required Certifications: Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS); Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS); Basic Life Support (BLS)
- EMR: Powerchart
- Setting: Inpatient
- Call Schedule: No Call
- Patients per day: 10
- LOA: 28 Days
- Staffing Mix: Works with other APPs and surgeons
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
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- Adjust your work schedule to accommodate personal commitments, hobbies, or pursuits outside of medicine, promoting a balanced and fulfilling lifestyle.
- Benefit from streamlined administrative processes and support services provided by locum agencies, allowing you to focus on patient care and clinical responsibilities.
- Bridge employment gaps or transitions between permanent positions by taking on locum assignments, maintaining income and professional engagement during transitional periods.
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