Elevate Patient Outcomes: Wound Care & Vascular Role in Vibrant Albuquerque, NM

The New Mexico Heart Institute is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with specialized wound care and vascular management expertise to join the dynamic team in beautiful Albuquerque, NM. This advanced practice clinician will be critical in providing comprehensive care for patients with complex wound and vascular conditions in clinical and hospital settings. Working well on a team, collegiality, openness to feedback and training are ideal traits to thrive in this role where everyone is valued. The successful candidate will collaborate with physicians, other NPs, nurses, and ancillary staff to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.

• Full-Time Role (1.0 FTE): Work-life balance with Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4:30pm schedule (no weekends or call!).
• Hybrid Setting: Inpatient/outpatient mix focusing on wound care and vascular surgery.
• Dynamic Team: Join 36 physicians, 17 nurse practitioners, 6 physician assistants, and over 125 support staff.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: On-site echo, vascular, nuclear, CT, and three procedure rooms.
• Patient Volume: 16-18 daily (varies).

About the Position:

• Comprehensive patient assessments in clinic and hospital settings.
• Perform wound debridement, dressing applications, and initiate vascular treatments.
• Collaborate on complex cases with vascular surgeons and wound care experts.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests like Doppler ultrasounds and ABI studies.
• Educate patients and their families about self-care strategies and disease management.

Minimum Qualifications:

We’re seeking an advanced practice clinician who

• Excels in wound care procedures and vascular health management.
• Thrives in interdisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration with vascular surgeons and other specialists.
• Values continuous learning, feedback, and professional growth.
• Holds wound care certification (WCC, CWS, CWCN) or vascular experience (strongly preferred).
• Has 2+ years’ experience in wound care, vascular medicine, or related specialties (preferred).

Recruitment Package: 

• Competitive Base Salary 
• CME/CEU Allowance
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
• Medical debt assistance through Navigate Student Loans®
• Comprehensive health benefits + retirement plan
• Paid malpractice coverage
• Marketing + practice growth assistance

About Us:

Join a legacy of excellence at the New Mexico Heart Institute, part of the Lovelace Health System (LHS), a leader in cardiac and vascular care since 1912. LHS has been committed to meeting the growing healthcare needs of Lovelace Medical Center since 1912. With a total of 613 beds, LHS is comprised of 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.

About Albuquerque:

Nestled between the majestic Sandia Mountains and the iconic Rio Grande, Albuquerque offers the perfect balance of work and play. Enjoy a thriving cultural scene, endless outdoor adventures, and a warm, welcoming community.