Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Join a dynamic team and become the next Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in Buffalo, New York

We believe in bringing “better” to our local community right here in Buffalo—better care, better collaboration, and a deep commitment to the people we serve. If you’re looking for a role that supports your professional growth and your connection to a vibrant city, we’d love to talk.

People First in Buffalo

Local Team Collaboration:

• Join our close-knit group of 12 physicians and 8 advanced practice providers (APPs) at Mercy Hospital of Buffalo.
• Our team comprises clinicians from diverse geographic, educational, and training backgrounds who are supportive and collaborative with other staff and departments.
• We have a great relationship with our medical staff office; they are very efficient and helpful during the privileging process. We have multiple committees that our providers can lead or join.

Qualifications:

• Board-certified or board-eligible nurse practitioner.
• Hospitalist experience is preferred; hospitalist training is required.

Practice in the Hearth of the Community

Flexible Scheduling:

• Flexible scheduling is available. Full-time positions follow a 7-days-on, 7-days-off rotation.
• Shifts for the day position is scheduled from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM; the night schedule is 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
• Most of us like to spend time with our families or outdoors, so a flexible schedule is available, and we cover for each other when we’re out. We all have a common goal and help each other by switching shifts if someone needs a day off on their scheduled work week.

Key Responsibilities:

• As a day clinician, your responsibility will encompass rounding on approximately fourteen patients per shift and discharging when appropriate, while our night clinician will perform three admissions in addition to cross coverage.
• The hospital has a closed ICU with intensivists on hand 24/7. So, procedures or codes are not required.
• We are entertaining candidates looking for full-time, part-time, and PRN shifts.
• We use EPIC EMR and have access to our internal informatics platform.

Living and Working in Buffalo:

• Buffalo, New York, is a great place to live due to its vibrant cultural scene, diverse neighborhoods, and affordable cost of living. Residents enjoy a rich history, with architectural landmarks, an abundance of parks, and proximity to the Great Lakes, offering a mix of recreational opportunities and a strong sense of community.

Purpose-Driven Work with Local Impact

Buffalo Community-Centered Care:

• Our guiding principle is patient-first care, which means we’ve focused on the people of Buffalo and nearby areas. You’ll be part of a team that’s making a real difference in the health of our neighbors.

Rewards and Benefits:

• Compensation: The base salary for days is $140k—$150k, and for nights, it is $170k.
  • We are offering a commencement bonus of $25,000 for the Nocturnist position.
  • Both positions have an opportunity for bonuses based on performance and growth.
• Benefits:
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D insurance.
  • Long-term and short-term disability coverage.
  • 401k plan with matching contributions.
  • Paid medical malpractice insurance with tail coverage.
  • Annual CME allowance to support professional development.
  • We emphasize growth and development as a central feature of Sound practices. Teammates can expand their careers locally and within the broader medical group.