Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Neurological Needed in New Mexico

Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Neurological

  • ID: 223929A
  • Updated November 2nd, 2026
Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
Specialty Neurological Surgery
Job Type Locum Tenens
State New Mexico
Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
Start Date 4/5/2027

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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