Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Family Practice Needed in New Mexico

Our client in NM seeks a dedicated Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for a 71-day assignment. This vital role involves working 8 AM - 6 PM, four days per week, with occasional weekend support required to provide continuous medical coverage. The primary responsibilities include prescribing narcotics and serving as the most senior provider on site during night shifts.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Prescribe narcotics as required
• See patients presenting with strep, cough, cold, warts, hypertension, diabetes, and cancer
• Manage daily doses for approximately 400 inmates
• Oversee daily detoxes for around 200 inmates
• Assess and manage possible injuries
• Conduct day-to-day patient assessments
• Perform intake screenings for new patients
• Provide Suboxone prescriptions when needed

Additional Information

• Board certifications in Internal Medicine, Emergency Nurse Practitioner, or Family Nurse Practitioner are required
• EMR: Powerchart
• Suboxone certification required
• Inpatient setting
• No Call
• 10-25 patients per day, varying with case assignments
• LOA: 71 days
• Working with nurses, guards, and an EMS Rapid Response Team

Benefits

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