Trauma & Acute Care Surgery Nocturnist Nurse Practitioner Colorado Mountain Region Position Highlights:

Work-Life Balance:

Predictable nocturnist schedule with approximately 10-11 night shifts per month, allowing for extended time off and long-term sustainability.

Desirable Practice Setting:

Level I Trauma Center with a high-acuity Trauma & Acute Care Surgery service covering trauma, acute care surgery, and emergency general surgery.

Ideal Work Environment:

True in-house nocturnist model with an attending trauma surgeon on site overnight and a second nocturnist APP for support.

Favorable Call Schedule:

In-house overnight coverage with limited backup call requirements and no expectation to practice independently without support.

Culture & Support:

Established Trauma & Acute Care Surgery team with experienced surgeons and APPs, plus ICU and specialty backup available overnight.

Professional Growth Opportunities:

Opportunities to expand clinical expertise, participate in service growth, and advance within a mature surgical program.

Compensation & Benefits:

Financial Package:

Competitive base salary with a built-in nocturnist differential, tiered by years of experience.

Performance Bonus:

Annual Quality Value Incentive Program bonus opportunity of up to $10,000.

Hiring Bonuses:

Sign-on and relocation assistance available, depending on experience.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

Medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and malpractice coverage.

Student Loan Repayment Assistance:

Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

Professional Development:

Annual CME allowance and paid CME time.

Additional Perks:

Predictable scheduling, stable nocturnist model, and strong interdisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications:

Degree:

Master's or Doctoral degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.

Certifications:

Board-certified Nurse Practitioner Licensure:

Eligible for Nurse Practitioner licensure in Colorado.

Skillset:

Ability to manage high-acuity surgical patients with strong clinical judgment and effective escalation.

Experience:

Minimum of 2 years of post-graduate experience in trauma surgery, acute care surgery, or emergency general surgery preferred.

Sponsorship:

Visa sponsorship not available. About the

Community Top Ranked Location:

Highly desirable Colorado mountain-region community.

Small Metro Living:

Small to mid-sized metro with access to larger Front Range cities.

Lifestyle & Affordability:

High quality of life with a lower cost of living compared to major Colorado metro areas.

Prime Location:

Convenient access to outdoor recreation and regional travel corridors

Education:

Strong public and private school options with access to nearby higher education institutions.

Community Attributes:

Family-friendly neighborhoods, active outdoor culture, and strong sense of community.

Easy Travel:

Access to regional airports and major highways for easy travel.

Outdoor Recreation:

Year-round outdoor activities including hiking, biking, skiing, and trail systems. Job Reference #: NPR 26316