Clinical Nurse Specialist / Nurse Practitioner – Inpatient Unit
Location: 1100 Central Avenue SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930
Type of Opportunity: Full-time, FTE: 1.00
Summary: The CNS/NP serves as a clinical resource and an independent practitioner who diagnoses and manages acute and chronic diseases on the inpatient unit. They proactively manage patient care across the continuum and oversee case management of complex patients.
Responsibilities
- Complete comprehensive health assessments, including history, physical exam, and other relevant screenings
- Determine and interpret results of screening and diagnostic tests
- Use clinical judgment and diagnostic reasoning to formulate diagnoses based on history, exam, and tests
- Modify assessment techniques based on patient condition, culture, age, and developmental stage
- Communicate health findings and diagnoses to patients, discuss prognosis and treatment options, and develop mutually acceptable care plans
- Manage acute and chronic health conditions with pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions and assist patients in following treatment plans
- Prepare written prescription orders, medications, and controlled substances in compliance with state and federal regulations
- Initiate timely consultations, referrals, or collaborations with hospitalists and other healthcare team members
- Implement health promotion strategies tailored to age and cultural requirements to reduce risk factors and prevent disease
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication skills with patients of all ages and cultures and build professional rapport with patients, families, and team members
- Maintain patient medical records as required by hospital and regulatory agencies
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Minimum two to three years of experience in an acute care setting
- Prior experience working in a hospitalist setting desirable
- Knowledge of professional medical practice, organizational policies, regulations, and procedures
- Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment
- Skill in applying and modifying medical principles, methods, and techniques for ongoing patient care
- Skill in maintaining medical records
- Proficient in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, families, staff, supervising physicians, medical community, and referring providers
- Ability to respond calmly and effectively to emergency situations
Benefits
- Robust wellness program, including access to on‑site and community‑based gyms, nutrition coaching, classes, and wellness challenges
- Comprehensive benefits plan from day one: medical, dental, vision, and more
- 403(b) retirement savings program with matching contributions and employer contributions
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug‑free and tobacco‑free employer with smoke‑free campuses.