Primary Care NP
About The Position
This is an ongoing coverage need for a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) in an outpatient clinic setting. The NP will be responsible for diagnosing and treating a variety of medical conditions, developing treatment plans, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, and providing patient education. The role involves collaborating with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care and accurate documentation. The clinic has a supportive staff structure with 1 MA and 1 Office Staff, and the NP will see an average of 23 patients per day. This position is offered as an independent contractor (1099) role.
Requirements
- Active New Mexico licensure
- Board certification
- AHA BLS certifications
- Minimum 1-year Primary Care experience or equivalent
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree focused on an NP specialty (e.g., family practice, adult-gerontology, pediatrics)
- Active and unencumbered advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license in New Mexico
- National certification as an NP in a relevant specialty area by a recognized certifying body (e.g., American Academy of Nurse Practitioners [AANP])
- At least one year of experience in a clinical setting relevant to their specialty
Nice To Haves
- Strong clinical knowledge and assessment skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients
- Proficiency in performing physical examinations and procedures relevant to their specialty
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to diagnose and manage complex medical conditions
- Time management skills to efficiently manage a patient workload
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a healthcare team
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests
- Prescribe medications and manage chronic conditions
- Provide patient education and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices
- Perform procedures as permitted by state regulations and APP specialty
- Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care
- Document patient care accurately and thoroughly
Benefits
- Travel and lodging arranged and paid for in full if residing greater than 50 miles from the facility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
