Nurse Practitioner, Family Medicine Residency Program (Sacramento/Davis, CA)

Opportunity Information

Sutter Medical Group welcomes new graduate Nurse Practitioners to join our dynamic Family Medicine Residency Program 2027 Cohorts (April & July). This program offers a unique opportunity for new graduate clinicians to gain valuable clinical experience in a supportive environment. The selected candidates will be mentored and supported by an experienced team of clinicians providing guidance and collaboration to help build confidence in clinical expertise in Family Medicine through hands-on practice and mentorship. The candidates will develop the skills needed to deliver comprehensive patient-centered care while becoming well versed in the principles and practice of Family Medicine within a residency program .

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to Family Medicine and delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Candidates with strong ties to the Sacramento & greater Sacramento communities are highly valued.

Successful applicants will also possess:

• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with patients and colleagues.

• Demonstrate initiative, curiosity, and commitment to lifelong learning and professional development.

Please check out our website SMG APC Residency Program

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of a graduate-level Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program that meets California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN) standards.

• Active and unrestricted license to practice in the state of California as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) by the month prior to the start date.

Preferred Qualifications:

• New graduate Nurse Practitioner preferred.

We Offer / Join Us and Enjoy

• Generous compensation with an additional 10% possible via VBC metric

• Excellent benefits, including zero-cost medical insurance

• Paid medical benefits for employees and dependents

• Robust retirement program award-winning, 10% 401(k) match

• Relocation assistance of up to $20,000 for qualified applicants

• CME allowance

• Advanced practice technology, including EPIC

• A positive work-life balance and Northern California's natural beauty and lifestyle

Medical Group Details

Sutter Medical Group (SMG) is a vibrant and talented community committed to delivering safe, affordable and high-quality care. Our multi-specialty medical group is comprised of over 1,600 clinicians practicing in seven counties in northern California, most within a 50-mile radius of Sacramento. SMG contains primary care and specialty Physicians and Advanced Practice Clinicians -- nurse practitioners, physician assistants, certified nurse midwives, licensed clinical social workers and licensed marriage and family therapists, who make up about 20% of our group. Our clinicians not only excel in clinical practice but are also actively engaged in teaching, research, leadership, community outreach, and volunteer work. SMG has earned both local and national recognition for excellence in patient care and experience.

Community Information

Sacramento is a rapidly transforming city-no longer just a government town but a growing cultural and economic hub. It offers affordability relative to coastal California, a booming farm-to-fork dining scene, diverse neighborhoods, and expanding job opportunities in government, healthcare, and tech. The city features tree-lined streets, a reimagined riverfront, walkable Midtown, and access to lakes, rivers, and mountains.

Davis is a vibrant college town, home to UC Davis and known for its bike-friendly culture, sustainability, and strong sense of community. It blends small-town charm with academic energy, making it ideal for students, professionals, and families who value education, environmental consciousness, and a walkable/bikeable lifestyle.

Woodland offers a quieter, more affordable alternative to nearby Davis and Sacramento, with a dense suburban feel, deep agricultural roots, and a revitalizing historic downtown. It balances small-town vibes with access to larger cities, making it attractive for families, commuters, and those seeking affordability.

Equal Opportunity Statement

It is the policy of Sutter Health and its partners to provide equal employment for all qualified individuals; to prohibit discrimination in employment because of basis of race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state or federal law, ordinance or regulation. We promote the full realization of equal employment opportunities through a positive continuing program within each medical group, company, hospital, department, and service area. Equal employment opportunities apply to every aspect of Sutter's employment policies and practices.