New Mexico Nurse Practitioner Council

11/26/2025

This Thanksgiving season, we’re especially grateful for our Nurse Practitioners—the backbone of patient care across New Mexico. Your dedication doesn’t go unnoticed.

Thank you for all you do, in every setting, every shift, every community. 🙏

11/24/2025

As part of your license renewal, you're required to complete 5 CE hours on Non-Cancer Pain Management.

Make sure you’re meeting the state requirement—
✔️ Stay compliant
✔️ Stay informed
✔️ Protect your license

https://www.nmnpc.org/page/2025ncpmCE

11/21/2025

After a week of hard work and dedication, it’s important to pause, recharge, and celebrate your accomplishments.

Take time this weekend to care for yourself—because a rested NP is a stronger NP.�

11/19/2025

In recognition of National Diabetes Awareness Month, NMNPC President Shawnna Read shares a personal story about nearly missing the early signs of her son's type 1 diabetes. His symptoms—excessive thirst, frequent urination, and increased hunger—were easy to overlook as normal childhood changes. It was her sister, a nurse, whose quick insight recognized the warning signs and urged immediate testing, helping prevent the situation from progressing to diabetic ketoacidosis.

Read full story here: https://conta.cc/49XD6DZ

11/19/2025

Ready to grow your impact, network with peers, and stay on top of your profession?

Join NMNPC—your statewide voice for Nurse Practitioners!

Why join NMNPC?�
✅ Advocacy for your practice rights�
✅ CE opportunities & conferences�
✅ Job board access�
✅ Networking with NPs across NM�
✅ Leadership & volunteer opportunities

Be part of a community that champions you.� Join now: https://www.nmnpc.org/page/join

11/17/2025

Nurse Practitioners: You are the bridge between science and compassion, knowledge and care. When the days get tough, remember why you started.

Your expertise heals, your kindness uplifts, and your perseverance inspires. Keep shining—because the world needs your light.

11/16/2025

Career Center Job Posting - High Desert Pediatrics
https://conta.cc/3WZK0kx

Email from New Mexico Nurse Practitioner Council Position Title: Certified Nurse Practitioner Type Full Time Location Albuquerque, NM JOB DESCRIPTION Pediatric/Family Nurse Practitioner (CNP) Responsi

11/14/2025

Researchers are exploring cyclic peptide nanotubes as a promising new method to overcome resistance to cancer treatments. This could reshape how we tackle tough-to-treat tumors. �Read more: https://tinyurl.com/5xn5fcfn

11/13/2025

We’re honored to share this special proclamation from San Juan County recognizing Nurse Practitioner Week!

Thank you to all the dedicated NPs who provide exceptional care and make a difference in our communities every day. 💙

11/12/2025

Congrats to Wasim Alsamah, MD, DNP, RN, FNPBC, NMNPC member & NMNPC Education Committee member, on the publication of:�“Nurse Practitioner’s Guide: Environmental Risks in Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis”�This article highlights key environmental risk factors for IPF and offers practical guidance for NPs in early recognition and patient education. �Read more:

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1555415525002338�

Email from New Mexico Nurse Practitioner Council   Position Title: Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Type Full Time Location Santa Fe, NM JOB DESCRIPTION Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer, the Nurs

11/11/2025

We were honored to have Lieutenant Governor Howie Morales join us at our NP Week Celebration Dinner to present the State NP Week Proclamation!

Thank you for recognizing and supporting New Mexico’s Nurse Practitioners and the incredible work they do every day.