Neurosurgery APRN/PA: Outpatient Care | Sign-On Bonus

UNM Hospital; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus Available

Relocation Assistance Available

Job summary

UNM Hospital in Albuquerque, NM seeks a nurse practitioner or physician assistant for our Neurosurgery Clinic, handling a dynamic mix of cranial and spine cases in an outpatient setting. You will collaborate with neurosurgeons and a multidisciplinary team to manage new and established patients across the continuum of care.

The role emphasizes pre and post-operative follow-up, education, and evidence-based practice within state guidelines, with day or night shifts available and a strong focus on

Qualifications

• Active NP or PA licensure in New Mexico
• Prescriptive authority in NM required
• 1 year directly related experience
• Certification requirements per NM laws (NCCPA/DEA as applicable)

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and develop treatment plans; follow protocols
• Perform history, exams and document findings
• Manage admitting orders, rounds, consultations and discharges
• Perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed
• Explain procedures and prepare patients and families
• Revise care plans with patient and family to improve health
• Educate patients on preventive care and treatments
• Document care accurately in medical records
• Collaborate with the care team to ensure continuity
• Guide and support nursing and medical staff
• Contribute to research and apply findings clinically
• Pursue ongoing professional development and training
• Adhere to patient safety policies and report issues
• Promote patient engagement and timely questions

Skills

Nurse Practitioner

Physician Assistant

Clinical assessment

Patient care

Education

Program Graduate

Advanced Nurse or Physician Assistant

Job description

UNM Hospital in Albuquerque, NM seeks a nurse practitioner or physician assistant for our Neurosurgery Clinic, handling a dynamic mix of cranial and spine cases in an outpatient setting. You will collaborate with neurosurgeons and a multidisciplinary team to manage new and established patients across the continuum of care.

The role emphasizes pre and post-operative follow-up, education, and evidence-based practice within state guidelines, with day or night shifts available and a strong focus on