Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Critical Care in New Mexico

Nurse Practitioner | Critical Care

Location : New Mexico

Employer : Barton Associates

Pay : Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)

Start Date : ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Critical Care NP in New Mexico!

We are seeking an experienced Critical Care Nurse Practitioner for a 3-day locum tenens assignment in New Mexico. This opportunity starts on Dec 21, 2025, and involves overnight shifts from 7 PM to 7 AM as a solo practitioner within the unit. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in critical care and the ability to independently manage advanced procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Job Details

Location : New Mexico

Start Date : Dec 21, 2025

LOA : 3 days

Provider Type Needed : Critical Care Nurse Practitioner

Schedule : 7 PM – 7 AM, solo night coverage

Responsibilities and Duties

Independently manage critical care patients overnight as the sole provider within the unit

Perform advanced procedures including arterial and central line placement, intubations, and chest tube insertions

Respond to on-call needs as the critical care provider

Collaborate with ER and Hospitalist night physicians as needed

Produce and provide recent case logs (minimum 25 of each required procedure within the last year)

Stabilize cardiac, GI, interventional radiology, and surgical cases for transfer when necessary

Utilize Powerchart EMR for documentation and patient management

Additional Information

Minimum 2-3 years of continuous critical care experience required; no training or proctoring provided

Must be able to perform all required procedures independently

Valid New Mexico license required

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC) required

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required

Benefits

Strong compensation

Travel-related expenses covered

A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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About Barton Associates

The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

• Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffing solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

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