Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner

ADP, Inc.; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner (NP) role in Las Cruces, NM, US, focuses on delivering evidence-based care to patients with GI conditions in outpatient settings. You will evaluate, diagnose, treat, and manage GI diseases, order tests, prescribe medications, educate patients, and coordinate care with gastroenterology physicians and the care team.

Travel is required. A MSN or DNP and board certification as FNP/AGNP/ACNP are required, with an unrestricted NP license and DEA registration.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted NP license in the applicable state.
• MSN or DNP from an accredited program.
• Current national board certification as Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP), or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP).
• Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority.
• Minimum three (3) years of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner or equivalent advanced practice training.
• Ability to independently assess, diagnose, and manage patients within scope of practice.
• Knowledge of gastrointestinal diseases, evidence-based treatment guidelines, and preventive screening recommendations.
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose, and manage GI patients in outpatient settings.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and tests results.
• Prescribe medications and monitor treatments.
• Coordinate care with gastroenterologists and the interdisciplinary care team.
• Support endoscopic procedures and peri-procedural care.
• Educate patients and promote preventive screening.

Skills

Advanced assessment

Clinical judgment

GI disease management

Patient education

Care coordination

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Prescribing practices

Endoscopy support

EMR proficiency

Time management

Quality improvement

Regulatory compliance

Evidence-based practice

Patient-centered care

Education

MSN or DNP degree

Unrestricted NP license

Board certification: FNP/AGNP/ACNP

DEA registration

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

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Las Cruces, NM, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1039

The Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) responsible for providing comprehensive, evidence-based care to patients with gastrointestinal, liver, pancreatic, and digestive health conditions. Working collaboratively with gastroenterologists and the interdisciplinary care team, the NP evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages acute and chronic gastrointestinal diseases in outpatient settings.

The Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner conducts patient assessments, develops treatment plans, orders and interprets diagnostic testing, prescribes medications, provides patient education, coordinates care, and supports procedural services. The position serves as a key clinical resource to promote quality outcomes, patient satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and continuity of care.

COMPETENCIES

• Advanced patient assessment and diagnostic skills
• Clinical judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making
• Gastroenterology disease management and treatment planning
• Preventive care and patient education
• Care coordination and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Medication management and prescribing practices
• Endoscopy support and peri-procedural care
• Effective verbal and written communication
• EMR and healthcare technology proficiency
• Time management and organizational skills
• Quality improvement and patient safety practices
• Regulatory compliance and ethical practice
• Evidence-based clinical practice
• Strong patient-centered approach
• Commitment to organizational values and quality outcomes

TRAVEL

• Travel is expected for this position

Required Qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Current unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the applicable state of practice.
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program.
• Current national board certification as Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP), or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP).
• Current DEA registration and prescriptive authority.
• Minimum three (3) years of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner or equivalent advanced practice training.
• Ability to independently assess, diagnose, and manage patients within scope of practice.
• Knowledge of gastrointestinal diseases, evidence-based treatment guidelines, and preventive screening recommendations.
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and patient education skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Gastroenterology, Hepatology, Internal Medicine, or related specialty experience.
• Experience in outpatient specialty clinic settings.
• Experience supporting endoscopic procedures.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Experience with quality improvement and population health initiatives