Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Outpatient Clinic Near Albuquerque, NM

Job description

About the facility

This correctional facility provides outpatient primary care services to adult patients in a secure clinical environment. The facility operates with established protocols suited to the corrections setting and maintains a credentialing timeframe of approximately one week. Clinicians are expected to deliver professional, accurate, and efficient care within the framework of correctional healthcare.

About the facility location

New Mexico offers a range of regional attractions suited to varied interests. Outdoor enthusiasts will find ample opportunities for recreation across the state's diverse landscapes, from desert terrain to mountain environments. The state also provides access to a variety of cultural destinations and year-round activities, making it a setting with broad appeal for those relocating or traveling for work.

About the clinician's workday

The clinician will provide outpatient primary care services to adult patients in a correctional facility setting, managing approximately 12 patients per day at 24 hours per week, with a preference for three 8-hour shifts, though two 12-hour shifts may be considered. Clinical responsibilities include delivering primary care services within the corrections environment, maintaining accurate documentation, and demonstrating proficiency in typing as a mandatory requirement. Required credentials include an active New Mexico license, DEA registration, and BLS certification; board certification is negotiable. Prior corrections experience is preferred for this role.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 12
• Patient population: Adults
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes

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Elizabeth Prater

Call / Text: (678) 501-2709
Email: eprater@locumtenens.com

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