Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Albuquerque, NM
Presbyterian · Albuquerque, NM
Posted October 28, 2026
Presbyterian Hospital · 1100 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM, US, 87106
- Pay: Not posted by Presbyterian — competitive salary
- Schedule: Full time
- Location: Presbyterian Hospital
- Presbyterian Job ID: R-9849
Summary:
Assists Physicians during cardiac surgeries. Post operatively rounds on patients and manages patient care.
Job Description:
- Sees post-op patients in IRR, writes progress notes & transfers orders as needed. And enters orders in PEO.
- APC in operating room assists in having patient prepped, draped, and ready for surgical procedure.
- Serves as Floor APC to start patient rounds on cardiac units. Removes pacer wires and chest tubes as needed.
- Prepares post op patient for discharge (prescriptions, coumadin, teaching, post-surgical teaching) and dictates discharge summaries.
- Checks all outstanding labs and CXR on in house patients.
- Responsible for seeing post op patients in office.
- Responsible for seeing pre op patients in office and ensuring H & Ps, data sheets, pre-op orders & labs completed.
- Serves as on-call APC to check out with on-call surgeon at end of day. Checks pre-op patient labs & x-rays.
- Serves as Weekend call APC to meet with on-call surgeon.
- *Performs other functions as required.
Additional Job Description:
For Nurse Practitioner - Masters degree in Nursing, New Mexico Nurse Practitioner license, federal and state DEA license and ANCC certification required.
For Physician Assistant - Baccalaureate prepared CAHEA Certified Physician Assistant or two (2) years working experience as a Certified Physician Assistant, and licensed by the New Mexico Board of Medical Examiners required.
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Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more! In addition, we offer all employees a robust, day one effective benefits plan consisting of medical, dental, vision and more. Exceptional retirement plans - 403b retirement savings program with both matching programs and employer contributions.
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- Technology and digital platforms allow our clinicians to focus on meaningful work and reduce friction in your practice.
- Innovative care models improve access and free providers to focus on our patients. Clinicians spend more time connecting patients with affordable, innovative solutions that keep them healthy.
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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services:
Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with over 14,000 employees - including 1,200 providers and 4,000 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 600,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid and Commercial health plans.
About Our Regional Delivery System
Presbyterian's Regional Delivery System is a network of six hospitals and medical centers throughout rural New Mexico including locations in Clovis, Espanola, Ruidoso, Santa Fe, Socorro and Tucumcari. Our regional facilities are home to more than 1,600 clinical and non-clinical employees who help make Presbyterian the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 statewide employees. With a variety of services ranging from general surgery to pediatrics to heart and cancer care, our regional employees are proud to provide close-to-home care for their communities.
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- Cultural richness. Immerse yourself in the cultural richness of New Mexico, from historic adobe structures to vibrant festivals celebrating our diverse heritage.
- Outdoor paradise. With over 300 days of sunshine annually, indulge in outdoor activities ranging from hiking the Sandia Mountains to skiing in nearby Taos.
- Community spirit. Our communities are known for their warmth and hospitality, making your transition seamless and enjoyable.
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Presbyterian is New Mexico's own not-for-profit health system, locally owned and operated since 1908. What began as a small tuberculosis sanatorium in Albuquerque has grown into nine hospitals, a medical group of more than 900 providers and a statewide health plan. Together they care for, or provide coverage to, about one in three New Mexicans.
Physicians and advanced practice clinicians, including nurse practitioners, physician assistants and nurse-midwives, practice across the state, from Albuquerque, Rio Rancho and Santa Fe to close-knit communities like Clovis, Española, Ruidoso, Socorro and Tucumcari. Whether you want a busy metro practice or small-town medicine, there's room to find your fit.
Care at Presbyterian is team-based. Pharmacists, nurse practitioners and behavioral health specialists work alongside you, so your patients stay covered when you're away, and one shared electronic health record connects every Presbyterian hospital and clinic. That teamwork shows in the results: Presbyterian Hospital is the only hospital in New Mexico to earn the American College of Cardiology's 2025 Platinum award for heart attack care.
Presbyterian also invests in the people who provide that care. Benefits begin on day one and include a 403(b) with employer matching, a 457(b) plan for physicians and a continuing medical education allowance for providers working 0.45 FTE or more. As a nonprofit, Presbyterian qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and many positions are eligible for New Mexico and federal loan repayment programs.
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