Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Lifepoint Health; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

PTO & retirement

CME allowance

Malpractice coverage

Growth assistance

Health benefits

Job summary

Memorial Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner to join the GI team in Las Cruces, NM. This full-time role offers a Monday–Friday schedule with no on-call duties and an outpatient focus.

You will work closely with physicians and support staff to deliver high-quality GI care. Responsibilities include evaluating and managing GI conditions, coordinating endoscopy pre/post evaluations, and educating patients.

Qualifications

• Active New Mexico NP licensure or eligibility.
• 2+ years gastroenterology or endoscopy experience preferred.
• Ability to evaluate common outpatient GI conditions.
• Spanish language skills preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-procedure evaluations for endoscopy patients (EGD and colonoscopy).
• Coordinate treatment plans, follow-up care, and patient education.
• Collaborate with physicians to ensure seamless, high-quality patient care.

Skills

GI experience

Endoscopy exposure

Outpatient care

Spanish optional

Education

New Mexico NP license

Job description

Your Healing Mission Matters

As a Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner at Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces,NM you will be inspired by the community you serve as a valued member of the Lifepoint Health team, a nationally recognized healthcare organization committed to caring with a local heart. You'll have access to the staff, resources, and technologies needed to make a meaningful impact on patient care while contributing to a positive, collaborative work environment. At Lifepoint, you'll find a workplace where what truly matters is achievable - from your career goals to your well-being.

Position Details

Memorial Medical Center is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP) with great clinical and interpersonal skills to join their GI team.

Schedule & Practice Highlights

• Full-time, Monday-Friday schedule
• Dedicated administrative time built into your workweek
• No call responsibilities
• Primarily outpatient practice
• Collaborative team with experienced physicians and clinical support staff
• Average patient volume of approximately 18 patients per day
• Established clinic with a strong referral base and experienced support staff

Clinical Scope

• Provide comprehensive evaluation and management of a wide variety of gastrointestinal conditions, including: GERD, IBS, and functional gastrointestinal disorders
• Anemia and gastrointestinal bleeding
• Abdominal pain and altered bowel habits
• Abnormal liver function tests and chronic liver disease

Additional responsibilities include:

• Performing pre- and post-procedure evaluations for endoscopy patients (EGD and colonoscopy)
• Coordinating treatment plans, follow-up care, and patient education
• Collaborating closely with physicians to ensure seamless, high-quality patient care

Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner with active New Mexico licensure or eligibility for licensure
• Two or more years of gastroenterology, endoscopy, or related clinical experience preferred; strong candidates with relevant experience are encouraged to apply
• Comfortable evaluating and managing common outpatient gastrointestinal conditions
• Spanish language skills are preferred but not required

About Our Hospital and Health System

Memorial Medical Center is a 199 bed hospital located in Las Cruces,NM and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.

About the Community

Nestled in the scenic Mesilla Valley beneath the Organ Mountains, Las Cruces offers an exceptional quality of life with more than 300 days of sunshine each year. As New Mexico's second-largest city, it blends the amenities of a growing community with the welcoming charm of the Southwest, making it an ideal place to live, work, and build your future.

Whether you're launching your career, looking for an active lifestyle, or putting down roots with a family, Las Cruces has something to offer. Enjoy a vibrant downtown, local restaurants, wineries, farmers markets, and year-round festivals, along with miles of hiking, biking, and outdoor recreation just minutes from town. The city also offers a variety of public and private school options, family-friendly neighborhoods, and the cultural and educational opportunities of New Mexico State University.

Located just 45 minutes from El Paso, Texas, residents enjoy convenient access to an international airport, major shopping, dining, and entertainment while benefiting from Las Cruces' relaxed pace of life, affordable cost of living, and strong sense of community.

Our compensation package can include:

• Competitive base salary
• Sign-on bonus
• Paid time off and retirement plan
• Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and days
• Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage
• Marketing and practice growth assistance

Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.