Advanced Practice Nurse (DOH/PHD/NW #32932)

Salary

• $53.27 - $85.24 Hourly
• $110,812 - $177,299 Annually

About the role

The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH), Public Health Division (PHD), Northwest Region provides population-based and clinical public health services to the counties of Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia, Torrance, McKinley, Cibola, and San Juan through a network of 16 Public Health Offices and mobile outreach services.

The Division delivers essential preventive and clinical services including but not limited to: immunizations, sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing and treatment, family planning, breast and cervical cancer screening, tuberculosis (TB) prevention and treatment, harm reduction and syringe services, hepatitis C testing and treatment, medications for opioid and alcohol use disorder (MOUD/MAUD), and maternal and child health services.

These services are designed to reduce disease burden, improve access to care, and promote health equity particularly among rural, under-resourced, and Tribal communities.

Why does the job exist?

To provide STD, Family planning, Hepatitis C, PREP, and MOUD services to patients in the metro area. This will decrease the prevalence of STDs, unplanned pregnancy, and substance abuse disorder issues in New Mexico.

How does it get done?

• Provides patient care, including medical diagnosis, treatment, prescription of medication and therapies, patient counseling, and staff consultation within area of specialization.
• Performs women’s health exams, including breast and pelvic exams.
• Orders and interprets laboratory tests, diagnostic imaging, and other tests.
• Provides education and training regarding medication and diagnosis to patients, family, staff, and other approved entities.
• Refers patients to other providers or care settings for specialized care.
• May provide clinical direction to nursing staff in providing healthcare or treatment to patients and residents.
• Maintains accurate and timely medical records.
• Accountable for all required documentation in accordance with medical policies, practices, and protocols.
• Provides healthcare services, health education, and immunizations to public health clients seeking care for infectious disease and/or related symptoms, family planning services, or other related concerns.
• May perform medical procedures within scope of practice.
• Participates in quality control activities to maintain clinic CLIA waiver as requested.
• Participates in teams to provide consultation, education, and training to staff and external partners related to clinical services and public health interventions to improve health status of individuals and the community.
• Participates in emergency preparedness and public outreach activities such as flu.

Who are the customers?

Those people who request services from public health clinics and in general the health of the people of New Mexico.

Ideal Candidate

• Independently performs the full scope of advanced practice nursing services within the scope of applicable licensure.
• Experience in public health and/or experience with STD and family planning services.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the New Mexico Board of Nursing as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), or as a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) by the New Mexico Department of Health.

Employment Requirements

• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Working Conditions

• Extensive computer and electronic health record use.
• Frequent interaction with patients, staff, and community partners.
• Travel throughout the region to support clinical services, outreach, and meetings; occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Potential exposure to communicable diseases.
• Occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds related to clinical or outreach activities.

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