Nurse Practitioner
Listed compensation
$125k-$150k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Qualifications & Requirements
Essential Functions of the Role
To Be Successful in This Role, Candidates Must
- Be eligible to provide reimbursable healthcare services and maintain active provider status with Medicare and Medicaid.
- Maintain eligibility to provide patient care services without sanctions, exclusions, or restrictions from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (HHS-OIG) or the General Services Administration (GSA) exclusion lists.
- Hold unrestricted medical staff membership with appropriate clinical privileges.
- Possess and maintain prescriptive authority in accordance with state regulations.
- Maintain an unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration with authority to prescribe medications commonly used within the scope of practice.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- Current Nurse Practitioner certification through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB), maintained throughout employment.
- Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of practice or eligibility through the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC).
- Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification required.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.
Preferred Qualifications
- One to two years of cardiology experience preferred.
- Experience caring for patients in a fast-paced outpatient or hospital-based cardiovascular setting.
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, and patient education skills.
Work Environment
This is a clinical position that requires on-site attendance Monday through Friday. Typical office hours are between 6:30 AM and 5:00 PM, depending on clinic and patient care needs.
The Nurse Practitioner will work collaboratively with physicians, nursing staff, and healthcare professionals to provide exceptional cardiovascular care while supporting a positive patient experience.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to:
- Sit, stand, and walk for extended periods.
- Communicate effectively in person, by telephone, and through electronic communication.
- Use hands and fingers to operate medical and office equipment.
- Reach, bend, and move as necessary to provide patient care.
- Occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds.
- Maintain the mobility and stamina necessary to perform clinical duties safely and effectively.
Compensation & Benefits
This is a full-time exempt position offering a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee assistance programs
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees and applicants are treated with respect and dignity. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
This commitment applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, training, transfer, discipline, and termination.
Disclaimer
The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the Nurse Practitioner. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required. Responsibilities may change based on business needs and organizational priorities.
Key Responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner will work collaboratively with physicians and nursing staff to provide exceptional cardiovascular care. They are responsible for performing clinical assessments and providing patient education in a fast-paced clinical setting.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Nursing and an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification. Additionally, they must maintain active state licensure, DEA registration, and BLS certification.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Cardiology — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$138k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $133k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 49 active Cardiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% are remote, 61% have no call, 71% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $125k–$150k | Cardiology median $133k (middle half $125k–$192k)15 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$133k in purchasing power | Colorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 20% remote · 61% no call · 71% no weekends49 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Colorado Nurse Practitioner listings: 16% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 14% offer loan repayment267 active listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cardiology pay trend | −10.5% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
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