Nurse Practitioner - Wound Care

0090 Presbyterian System Services; United States; On-site; USD 98,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Presbyterian System Services in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a Nurse Practitioner/Clinical Specialist (CNS/NP) to diagnose and manage acute and chronic diseases. The role emphasizes autonomously coordinating care across the continuum, with a focus on wound management and collaboration with the health care team.

The position runs Monday to Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm, with eligibility for student loan forgiveness and loan repayment programs.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Nursing is required.
• Current New Mexico advanced practice nursing license (CNS/NP) required.
• Wound Specialist certification within 1 year of hire is required.
• Case management and/or home care experience preferred.
• DEA and board licensure requirements noted.

Responsibilities

• Compiles and analyzes data to formulate differential diagnosis and plan of care.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests; prescribes treatments/medications.
• Performs minor surgical procedures.
• Provides referrals to other disciplines as needed.
• Manages acute and chronic diseases; coordinates care with patient/family and interdisciplinary team.

Education

Masters degree in Nursing

New Mexico advanced practice nursing (CNS or NP) license

Wound Specialist certification

New Mexico Board of pharmacy licensure; DEA, and CNS or NP licensure

Job description

Location Address: 5901 Harper Dr NE Albuquerque, NM 87109-3587

Type of Opportunity: Full time | FTE: 1.00

Overview

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 the care management of complex patients.

Practice Highlights

• 14‑16 patients per day
• Wound Treatment Assistants available per provider
• Chronic wound & ostomy management: evaluation and assessment, diagnosis, treatment, including debridement of wounds and application of appropriate dressings, establish plan of care and maintain continuous treatment

Daily Schedule

Monday‑Friday 7:30am–4:00pm

Student Loan Forgiveness eligible under PSLF and NM Health Professional Loan Repayment Program.

Responsibilities

• Compiles and analyzes data from multiple sources to independently formulate differential diagnosis, plan of medical management/plan of care, and monitors and evaluates outcomes for the patients served.
• Accurately orders and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests. Prescribes necessary treatments and/or medications.
• Performs minor surgical procedures.
• Provides referrals to other disciplines for services identified to meet patient's needs.
• Performs health maintenance and health restoration activities that meet the emotional, physical and medical needs of the clients served. Manages acute and chronic diseases.
• Works autonomously as well as in collaboration with other members of the health care team when identified issues are beyond the APRN scope of practice. Delegates appropriately.
• Coordinates the plan of care with the patient & family and across all related disciplines to facilitate quality patient care and optimal outcomes. Participates in interdisciplinary care conferences. Serves as patient advocate.
• Supports superior outcomes by participating in job‑related projects which may include research, data collection, quality assurance, policy and procedures/standards of care, teaching activities, and program development to improve the quality of patient care and continually evaluate our effectiveness.
• Serves as a role model to promote excellence in practice by consistently utilizing evidence‑based practice principles.
• Serves as a resource to other providers/disciplines.
• Performs other functions as required.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Nursing.
• Current New Mexico advanced practice nursing as CNS or NP license required.
• Three to five years experience in nursing with one to three years experience in area of expertise.
• Requires Wound Specialist certification within 1 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

• Free access to on-site and community‑based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more.
• Robust day‑one effective benefits plan consisting of medical, dental, vision and more.
• Exceptional retirement plans – 403b retirement savings program with matching employer contributions.
• Strongline silent alarm badge to enhance safety in the workplace.
• RESET program – a multi‑day immersive retreat designed for clinicians, fostering personal and professional growth.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED.

PHS is a drug‑free and tobacco‑free employer with smoke‑free campuses.