Nurse Practitioner

Wexford Health Sources, Inc.; Los Lunas (NM); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Generous paid-time-off program

Continuing education options

Discounted tuition at partner universities

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Los Lunas, NM. This role involves assessing and treating a range of medical conditions, performing physical exams, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to provide quality care to justice-involved patients.

Candidates should have a graduate degree in nursing or physician assistant studies, hold necessary licenses, and demonstrate strong diagnostic skills. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement savings options, and a generous paid-time-off program.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited NP or PA program.
• Active unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in state of practice.
• Active applicable Controlled Substance Registration/License/Certification in state of practice.
• Active DEA license required.
• Active CPR certification required.
• Strong diagnostic skills and ability to work independently within your scope.
• A collaborative mindset and a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Perform history and physical exams, order labs, and manage treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and administer injections, wound care, and minor procedures.
• Counsel patients on medical issues and preventative care.
• Document all clinical encounters and interventions in the EMR system.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and security to ensure effective care delivery.

Skills

Strong diagnostic skills

Ability to work independently

Collaborative mindset

Compassionate approach to care

Education

Graduate from an accredited NP or PA program

Active unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license

Active DEA license

Active CPR certification

Job description

Position

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Schedule: 30 Hours Per Week

Facility: Central NM CF

Location: Los Lunas, NM

About the Role

Are you ready for an advanced practice role where your skills lead the way and your impact is immediate?

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation's largest correctional healthcare providers, serving justice‑involved patients for over 30 years. For many of our patients, this is their first experience with comprehensive, respectful care—and it starts with you.

Position Summary

As a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant at our facility, you’ll serve as a key medical provider within a multidisciplinary team. Under the supervision of the Medical Director, you’ll assess and treat acute and chronic conditions, perform physical exams and minor procedures, and coordinate care in collaboration with nurses, physicians, and security staff. Responsibilities include:

• Performing history and physicals, ordering labs and diagnostics, and managing treatment plans
• Prescribing medications and administering injections, wound care, and minor procedures
• Counseling patients on medical issues, preventative care, and prescribed treatments
• Coordinating patient care and specialty referrals to ensure continuity of services
• Documenting all clinical encounters and interventions in the EMR system
• Monitoring patient conditions and participating in daily rounds and screenings
• Collaborating with nursing staff and security to promote safe, effective care delivery
• Guiding and supporting nursing personnel and assisting in staff orientation when needed

You’ll do more than diagnose and treat. You’ll educate, lead, and advocate—making a difference with every patient you see.

Compensation and Benefits

• Performance check‑ins with annual merit increase
• Generous paid‑time‑off program that combines vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross/Blue Shield
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Company‑paid short‑term disability and life insurance
• Non‑taxed Healthcare and dependent care spending account
• Continuing education options
• Free CEUs
• Pet Insurance
• Flexible pay options including Wisely Card and PayPal
• Discounted Tuition at University of North Alabama, Chamberlain University, Salem University, and Southern New Hampshire University
• Partnership discounts on student loan refinancing, home/auto insurance, travel, electronics, entertainment, restaurants, health and wellness, and more!

What You’ll Need

• Graduate from an accredited NP or PA program.
• Active unrestricted Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license in state of practice.
• Active applicable Controlled Substance Registration/License/Certification in state of practice.
• Active DEA license required.
• Active CPR certification required.
• Strong diagnostic skills and ability to work independently within your scope.
• A collaborative mindset and a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.

Application

Your skills matter here. Your compassion changes lives. Apply today and become the provider your community needs.