Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Arizona

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner jobs in Arizona are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in hospital-based acute and critical care, emergency medicine, and specialty inpatient units at every level from new graduate ACNP through senior and lead practitioner roles. Phoenix, Tucson, and the East Valley are the primary hiring centers, where large systems including Banner Health, Dignity Health, and HonorHealth maintain deep and ongoing ACNP pipelines. The most active subspecialty areas are cardiology, pulmonology, and post-surgical care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles8
Top employerMayo Clinic
Top cityPhoenix, AZ
Cities hiring3
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Mayo Clinic
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - BMT & Cellular Therapy
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Mayo Clinic
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Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - BMT & Cellular Therapy
Mayo Clinic
Phoenix, Arizona
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
BLS Certification
10,000+

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City of Hope
Acute Care Advanced Practice Provider
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City of Hope
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Acute Care Advanced Practice Provider
City of Hope
Goodyear, Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$52.07 - $85.72/hr
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification - Adult Gerontology
10,000+

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Tucson Medical Center
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Emergency General Surgery - TMC
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Tucson Medical Center
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Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Emergency General Surgery - TMC
Tucson Medical Center
Tucson, Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
BLS Certification
1,001-5,000

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Mayo Clinic
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Transplant Surgery (Night Shift)
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Mayo Clinic
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Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Transplant Surgery (Night Shift)
Mayo Clinic
Phoenix, Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Mayo Clinic
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Critical Care
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Mayo Clinic
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Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Critical Care
Mayo Clinic
Phoenix, Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Jobs by City in Arizona

Where Arizona roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Phoenix
5 jobs
Tucson
2 jobs
Goodyear
1 job

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Job Market in Arizona

A snapshot from current Arizona openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic5 open roles
Tucson Medical Center
Tucson Medical Center2 open roles
City of Hope
City of Hope1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Arizona Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in acute care nurse practitioner jobs across Arizona.

  • Active Arizona Nurse Practitioner license and ACNP-BC or AGACNP-BC national certification required
  • Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited program
  • Arizona Prescriptive Authority approval and current DEA registration for controlled substances
  • Minimum one to two years of acute care or critical care clinical experience preferred
  • Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications from the American Heart Association
  • Ability to independently manage complex inpatient caseloads with minimal physician oversight

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Arizona: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a acute care nurse practitioner in Arizona?

Becoming an acute care nurse practitioner in Arizona requires completing an accredited MSN or DNP program with an acute care NP concentration, then passing either the ACNP-BC or AGACNP-BC national certification exam. You then apply for NP licensure and Prescriptive Authority through the Arizona State Board of Nursing. Arizona uses a reduced-supervision practice model, so new ACNPs work under a written collaborative agreement with a physician during an initial practice period before transitioning to independent practice.

How much do acute care nurse practitioners make in Arizona?

Acute care nurse practitioners in Arizona earn a median of about $134,420 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $104,400 for the lowest 10% to over $173,270 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire acute care nurse practitioners in Arizona?

Employers hiring acute care nurse practitioners in Arizona right now include Mayo Clinic, Tucson Medical Center, and City of Hope, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Arizona's large integrated health systems maintain consistent ACNP hiring across their inpatient, hospitalist, and specialty units throughout the Phoenix and Tucson metro areas.

Which Arizona cities have the most acute care nurse practitioner jobs?

The cities with the most acute care nurse practitioner openings in Arizona are Phoenix, Tucson, and Goodyear. Phoenix dominates the distribution as the state's largest metro, anchored by Banner Health's flagship hospitals and Dignity Health's regional network, while Tucson draws strong ACNP hiring through Banner University Medical Center and the University of Arizona Health Network, and suburban East Valley cities like Mesa and Chandler support additional volume through HonorHealth and regional specialty centers.

Are there remote acute care nurse practitioner jobs in Arizona?

Yes, but they're rare. Acute care nurse practitioners work hands-on with inpatient and acutely ill patients, which makes full remote work uncommon by the nature of the role. About 0% of acute care nurse practitioner openings tied to Arizona are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in telehealth triage, utilization review, or post-discharge care management rather than direct bedside practice.

How can I get hired as a acute care nurse practitioner in Arizona with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate ACNP residency or fellowship programs run by Banner Health and Dignity Health in the Phoenix area, which are specifically designed for candidates coming straight out of their NP program. Lateral moves from experienced RN roles in ICU, step-down, or emergency departments are viewed favorably because bedside critical care experience translates directly. Holding an active Arizona NP license, completing your collaborative agreement paperwork in advance, and obtaining ACLS and PALS certifications before applying will strengthen any application significantly.

Where can I find and apply to acute care nurse practitioner jobs in Arizona?

You can find and apply to acute care nurse practitioner jobs in Arizona on Migrate Mate, which lists current Arizona openings across hospital systems, specialty practices, and inpatient settings. Find the roles that fit your credentials and experience and apply directly.

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