Neurosurgery APRN/PA – Inpatient First Assist

Jobtome; Placitas (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Job summary

Jobtome seeks a motivated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a Neurosurgery Clinic in New Mexico. You will manage a diverse outpatient caseload, perform exams, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with neurosurgeons and a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

The role includes pre/post-operative follow-up, education for patients and families, and active participation in research and professional development within an advanced practice team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an NP or PA program with applicable licensure.
• 1 year of directly related experience in neurosurgery or acute care.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish or local language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and develop treatment plans for neurosurgery patients.
• Perform history taking and physical exams for procedures or admissions.
• Place admitting orders, daily rounds and discharge summaries.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and explain procedures to patients.
• Document care accurately in the medical record and communicate with the team.
• Educate patients and families about care plans and prevention.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient care planning

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Advanced Practice Nurse or PA

Program Graduate

Tools

CPR for Healthcare/BLS

NCCPA Certification

DEA Certification

Prescriptive Authority

Job description

Jobtome seeks a motivated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a Neurosurgery Clinic in New Mexico. You will manage a diverse outpatient caseload, perform exams, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with neurosurgeons and a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.

The role includes pre/post-operative follow-up, education for patients and families, and active participation in research and professional development within an advanced practice team.