Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice Needed in NM

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for an 80-day assignment with our client in New Mexico, starting Jul 6, 2026. This role involves working four 10-hour shifts weekly in a rural health primary care clinic. The chosen Nurse Practitioner will manage a diverse patient population, focusing on physicals, wellness visits, acute cases such as cold and flu, and chronic conditions including hypertension and diabetes, with a higher volume of geriatric and diabetes patients.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide comprehensive primary care in a rural health clinic setting.
• Conduct physical examinations and annual wellness visits.
• Manage acute conditions such as colds, coughs, and influenza.
• Oversee chronic disease management, including hypertension and a higher volume of diabetes patients.
• Administer vaccinations as needed.
• Perform minor foreign body removals.
• Care for a diverse patient demographic, including a higher geriatric population and occasional pediatric patients.
• Utilize 15-45 minute appointment slots based on patient acuity and visit type.
• Work collaboratively with an on-site Family Practice Physician.

Additional Information

• Board Certification in Family Medicine is required.
• Experience with Cerner EMR system.

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?

Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.

Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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