Nurse Practitioner - Wound Care

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness program

Day-one benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a CNS or NP to serve as a clinical resource, diagnose and manage acute and chronic diseases, and act as an independent practitioner across the care continuum.

The role features a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, no call obligation, and eligibility for student loan forgiveness under PSLF and NM programs, with opportunities to contribute to research and program development.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing is required.
• Current NM advanced practice nursing CNS or NP license required.
• Three to five years of nursing experience with one to three years in wound care.
• Wound Specialist certification within one year of hire.
• Case management/home care experience preferred.
• NM Board of Pharmacy license, DEA, and CNS or NP licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze data to independently formulate differential diagnosis, plan of medical management/plan of care, and monitor and evaluate outcomes for patients served.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe necessary treatments and medications, perform minor surgical procedures, and provide referrals to other disciplines as needed.
• Perform health maintenance and restoration activities meeting emotional, physical, and medical needs of clients, managing acute and chronic diseases.
• Work autonomously and collaboratively with the healthcare team when issues fall beyond APRN scope; delegate appropriately.
• Coordinate care plans with patients, families, and related disciplines to facilitate quality care and optimal outcomes; participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and serve as patient advocate.
• Support superior outcomes through participation in job-related projects such as research, data collection, quality assurance, policy and procedures development, teaching activities, and program development to improve care quality and evaluate effectiveness.
• Serve as a role model promoting excellence in practice by consistently using evidence-based practice principles; serve as a resource to other providers/disciplines.
• Perform other functions as required.

Skills

Wound care

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Job description

Location

5901 Harper Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM 87109-3587
Type of Opportunity: Full time
FTE: 1.00

Summary

The CNS or NP serves as a clinical resource and an independent practitioner who diagnoses and manages acute and chronic diseases in the area of advanced practice licensure. Proactively manages the care of patients across the continuum of care and oversees complex patient care.

Practice Highlights

• 14-16 patients per day
• Wound Treatment Assistants available per provider
• Chronic wound & ostomy management: evaluation, assessment, diagnosis, treatment, debridement, dressing application, plan of care, continuous treatment
• No call obligation
• Daily Schedule: Monday‑Friday 7:30am‑4:00pm
• Student Loan Forgiveness eligible under PSLF and NM Health Professional Loan Repayment Program

Job Responsibilities

• Compile and analyze data from multiple sources to independently formulate differential diagnosis, plan of medical management/plan of care, and monitor and evaluate outcomes for patients served.
• Accurately order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe necessary treatments and medications, perform minor surgical procedures, and provide referrals to other disciplines as needed.
• Perform health maintenance and restoration activities meeting emotional, physical, and medical needs of clients, managing acute and chronic diseases.
• Work autonomously and collaboratively with the healthcare team when issues fall beyond APRN scope; delegate appropriately.
• Coordinate care plans with patients, families, and related disciplines to facilitate quality care and optimal outcomes; participate in interdisciplinary care conferences and serve as patient advocate.
• Support superior outcomes through participation in job‑related projects such as research, data collection, quality assurance, policy and procedures development, teaching activities, and program development to improve care quality and evaluate effectiveness.
• Serve as a role model promoting excellence in practice by consistently using evidence‑based practice principles; serve as a resource to other providers/disciplines.
• Perform other functions as required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing.
• Current New Mexico advanced practice nursing CNS or NP license required.
• Three to five years of nursing experience with one to three years in area of expertise.
• Wound Specialist certification within one year of hire.
• Case management and/or home care experience preferred.
• New Mexico Board of Pharmacy licensure, DEA, and CNS or NP licensure required.

Benefits

• Robust wellness program including free access to on‑site and community‑based gyms, nutrition coaching, classes, and wellness challenges.
• Day‑one effective benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, and more.
• Exceptional retirement plans: 403(b) retirement savings program with matching contributions and employer contributions.
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility.

Equal Opportunity Statement

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. Presbyterian Healthcare Services is a drug‑free and tobacco‑free employer with smoke‑free campuses.