We're hiring in Las Cruces, NM - Seeking a Full-Time Nurse Practitioner to join our team of clinical professionals that believe in making a difference in our patient's lives. Apply today!

The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for the provision of skilled nursing assessment, planning and provision of patient care in order to maximize the palliation of symptoms and determining eligibility for care. In addition, the Nurse Practitioner is responsible for identifying patient or family needs and providing supportive care and appropriate service in accordance with the attending physician's orders, the interdisciplinary team plan of care and the policies and procedures of the agency.

We offer:

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D, disability)
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Generous time off accruals
• Paid holidays
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs
• Work/life balance

What You'll Do:

• Assume primary responsibility for determining patient eligibility for care based on State, Federal guidelines.

• Obtain data on physical, psychological, social, and spiritual factors that may impact patient and family's needs and initiate intervention by other members of the interdisciplinary team
• Initiate communication with the attending physician, other interdisciplinary staff members and other agencies for the purpose of admission or recertification for care and coordinating optimal care.
• Effectively utilize resources to assist in meeting the patient's needs
• Provide regular visits to reassess the patient's eligibility, needs, and update the plan of care
• Perform therapeutic, preventative, and rehabilitative nursing procedures as directed by the attending physician
• Perform initial assessment of individuals referred for care, determine their eligibility based on criteria and perform admission of the patient
• Maintain an accurate clinical record through the time of preparation of care plans and clinical and progress notes
• Maintain regular communication with all members of the interdisciplinary team, advising physician and nursing supervisor to any changes in the patient's condition or needs as well as potential problems or issues
• Provide effective teaching to family, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care for the patient
• Supervise and document delivery of care by the Aide as required by Federal, State, and company guidelines
• Supervise and assess the delivery of care by the licensed practical nurse
• Share in providing 24 hour/7 day a week coverage to patients and families as necessary

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited registered nursing program
• Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice
• Minimum of two years of varied work experience as a professional nurse
• Must possess current CPR Certification
• Valid driver's license and proof of insurance is required

Text 6046 to 505-806-1865 to apply

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