Nurse Practitioner- Las Cruces, NM

The-Locums-Company; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 61,000 - 101,000; Part time

Job summary

The-Locums-Company seeks a Nurse Practitioner to perform thorough medical disability evaluations for Veterans in a diagnostic-driven clinical setting in Las Cruces, NM.

This 1099 contract, part-time role requires an unrestricted NP license, an active NPI, EMR proficiency, and strong diagnostic and documentation skills. You will complete DBQs and submit reports within 24–48 hours, using EMR systems.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted NP license.
• Active National Provider Identifier (NPI).
• Experience with EMR systems, web-based platforms and MS Office.
• Strong diagnostic abilities and clinical documentation skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough medical disability evaluations for Veterans.
• Conduct physical examinations, review patient histories, and evaluate how conditions impact daily functioning.
• Complete Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) and provide medical opinions using electronic medical record systems.
• Ensure all documentation meets VA standards for accuracy and compliance.
• Work collaboratively with case management and quality assurance teams.
• Submit completed exam reports within 24–48 hours.

Skills

Diagnostic abilities

Clinical documentation

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Nurse Practitioner license (unrestricted)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Microsoft Office

Web-based platforms

Job description

We are seeking candidates who are confident working autonomously in a diagnostic-driven clinical setting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform thorough medical disability evaluations for Veterans

• Conduct physical examinations, review patient histories, and evaluate how conditions impact daily functioning

• Complete Disability Benefits Questionnaires (DBQs) and provide medical opinions using electronic medical record systems

• Ensure all documentation meets VA standards for accuracy and compliance

• Work collaboratively with case management and quality assurance teams

• Submit completed exam reports within 24–48 hours

Qualifications:

• Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner (NP) license

• Active National Provider Identifier (NPI)

• Experience with electronic medical records, web-based platforms, and Microsoft Office tools

• Strong diagnostic abilities and clinical documentation skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills

Work Hours: Part-Time

Pay Rate: $550/day

1099 Contract Position