Nurse Practitioner - Critical Care

Las Cruces, NM 88011

Specialty Critical Care
Profession Nurse Practitioner

ICU NP or NP Day and Nocturnist need

MountainView Regional Medical Center – Las Cruces, NM (Near El Paso, TX)

MountainView Regional Medical Center is seeking qualified ICU Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants (Day & Nocturnist shifts) to join our dynamic inpatient and emergency coverage team.

  • Role: ICU Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Day & Nocturnist positions available)

  • Employment Options: W-2 (with full benefits) or 1099 independent contractor

  • Compensation: Competitive salary package (discussed during phone interview process)

  • Sign-On Incentives: Negotiable commencement and tenure bonuses

  • Relocation: Financial relocation assistance available

  • Location: Las Cruces, NM (Conveniently located ~45 minutes from El Paso International Airport)

Clinical Environment

  • Coverage: 24-hour NP/PA coverage alongside 24-hour daily physician coverage

  • EMR System: MEdhost ( Cerner in the Spring) 

  • Facility: Well-equipped regional acute care setting with a strong multidisciplinary team

Qualifications & Requirements

Nurse Practitioner (NP) Qualifications:

  • Education & Experience:

    Acute Care NP preferred
    • Completion of a critical care or hospitalist residency OR 3+ years of clinical experience in an ICU/critical care setting

  • Certifications:

    AACN Specialty Certification in Acute Care/Critical Care (or equivalent training) required for initial applicants and re-applicants
    • ACLS certification required

Physician Assistant (PA) Qualifications:

  • Education: Baccalaureate degree or higher from a CAAHEP-approved PA program

  • Certification: Active NCCPA Certification & ACLS certification required

Comprehensive Financial & Benefits Package (W-2)

  • Competitive hourly rate

  • CME allowance

  • Relocation assistance

  • Paid licensing, dues, and professional subscriptions

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching

  • Malpractice coverage

To Apply or Learn More:

If you are ready to advance your career with a supportive critical care team, send your CV and letter of interest to:

Michele Gutermuth

Physician & APP Recruitment Specialist

About the Hospital

MountainView Regional Medical Center is a 168-bed acute care hospital located in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Accredited by The Joint Commission, the hospital provides 24-hour emergency care, cardiac services, womens health, intensive care, inpatient and outpatient surgery, rehabilitation services, wound care, diagnostic imaging, pain management, and diabetes education programs.

Community

Las Cruces is a growing community in southern New Mexico, surrounded by mountains and desert landscapes. Residents enjoy outdoor recreation, including hiking, skiing, boating, and water sports, as well as mild seasonal weather. Located near major highways and approximately 45 minutes from El Paso International Airport, Las Cruces offers convenient travel access, good schools, and a growing business base.