NP/PA Primary Care needed in NM

**NP/PA Primary Care needed in NM**
**Located in Artesia, 244m to Albuquerque**
**Full Time and Permanent Position**

Summary:
A Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for managing patient appointments and conducting routine examinations to ensure optimal health outcomes. Key responsibilities include discussing healthy lifestyle choices, performing diagnostic tests, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to maintain accurate medical records.

Essential Functions:
The Nurse Practitioner will conduct duties within their area of certification. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Providing primary care to patients
Performing initial examinations, including physical assessments and patient observations
Setting up and monitoring medical equipment
Ordering and administering diagnostic tests
Communicating test results to patients and their families
Recording patient medical histories
Operating and maintaining medical equipment

Additional Responsibilities:
Supervising Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and Medical Assistants. May also oversee Residents and interns.

Age-Related Competencies:
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to address age-specific patient needs relevant to this role.

Information Management:
Maintains confidentiality and security of all information and data within the scope of the position.
Risk Management/Quality Management/Safety:
Actively participates in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety initiatives and investigations.

Minimum Position Qualifications:
Education: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) required
Work Experience: Relevant experience in assigned specialty area
Training: Clinical experience in specialty area
License/Certification: Board Certified in designated specialty

Environmental Conditions:
Work environment includes daily patient contact, which may involve exposure to blood or other body fluids.