Nurse Practitioner - Pueblo Walk-In Clinic

HEALTH SOLUTIONS•Pueblo, CO

2d•$140,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Health Solutions is seeking a full-time Family Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care for its Pueblo location, including care delivery in a walk-in clinic setting. The role provides primary care to adult and pediatric populations, including diagnosis, treatment, care coordination, preventive care, and health maintenance. The practitioner is part of the Health Solutions Medical Services Team and is expected to work collaboratively toward the Medical Center’s philosophy, goals, and objectives while following center policies and procedures and applicable state and federal regulations. The Family Nurse Practitioner delivers integrated, patient-centered care and supports APM performance metrics under the supervision of the Director and Supervisor. The role includes comprehensive primary care across the lifespan, diagnostic evaluation and testing, treatment planning, preventive services, patient education, care coordination, quality improvement, compliant documentation, and professional development. The position also involves office-based procedures and participation in acute care situations within the scope of practice. The position is based at the Walk-In Clinic in Pueblo, Colorado, with travel of up to 25%. Physical demands include extended standing and walking, assisting patients and moving equipment, frequent bending and reaching, fine motor tasks, visual and auditory acuity, and clear communication. The position offers an annual salary of $140,000–$145,000 and a signing bonus paid in installments after orientation and completion of the first and second years of service.

Requirements

Licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse in Colorado or a compact state.
Current D.E.A.
Current CPR certificate; ACLS or Advanced Life Support within 3–12 months of employment, if appropriate.
At least 5 years of experience as a registered nurse.
At least 3 years of experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
Must be insurable under company-provided malpractice coverage.
Computer proficiency.
Demonstrated patient-centered service, kindness, compassion, professionalism, appropriate boundaries, and flexibility.
Ability to educate patients and advance the knowledge of healthcare team members.
Must already be authorized to work in the United States; sponsorship is not available.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including extended standing and walking, patient assistance, frequent bending and reaching, precise procedures, sensory acuity, and clear communication.

Nice To Haves

DOT certification (FMCSA/NRCME) preferred.
Track record of working successfully as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive primary care across the lifespan, including assessments, physical exams, diagnostic evaluations, and management of acute and chronic conditions using evidence-based guidelines.
Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests, including blood work, imaging, EKGs, and urinalysis.
Develop and adjust individualized treatment plans, including prescribing medications, therapies, and preventive interventions as appropriate.
Provide wellness visits, vaccinations, screenings, routine check-ups, and other preventive services.
Engage patients in shared decision-making and self-management support; educate them about disease prevention, healthy habits, and self-care.
Prepare and administer prescribed medications, injections, and vaccinations.
Evaluate behavioral health assessments and refer patients to behavioral health professionals as needed.
Perform office-based procedures within scope of practice and participate in acute care situations such as urgent triage.
Participate in daily huddles, case conferences, and care-planning meetings.
Coordinate referrals and care transitions across providers and healthcare settings.
Maintain accurate and timely electronic health records and documentation that support medical necessity, quality metrics, and compliant billing; collaborate with billing and quality teams as needed.
Deliver whole-person care, coordinated care, enhanced access, and continuous quality improvement.
Participate in quality initiatives and use data to improve performance on APM measures, including patient engagement, preventive screenings, and chronic disease outcomes.
Meet productivity, patient access, and panel management benchmarks aligned with organizational and payer requirements.
Follow confidentiality standards, medical ethics, and Colorado statutes related to collaborative practice and prescriptive authority.
Stay current with medical research and guidelines through continuing education and apply evidence-based practices.
Advance the education of healthcare team members to promote high-quality care.
Collaborate with the Medical Services Team to support the Medical Center’s philosophy, goals, and objectives and comply with its policies and applicable regulations.

Benefits

Signing bonus of $5,000 after successful completion of new-hire orientation, $2,500 after successful completion of the first year of service, and $2,500 after successful completion of the second year of service.
Paid holidays.
Generous paid time off.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Tuition reimbursement.
Retirement plan with employer match up to 6%.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with low deductibles.
Wellness benefits program and premier wellness program.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Flexible spending account (FSA).
Voluntary life and other Sun Life voluntary benefits.
Pet insurance.
Childcare.
Flexible work schedule.
Employee recognitions and celebrations.
Warm and friendly work environment where staff respect and learn from one another.