Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner NP/PA -Emergency Medicine

Location: 1100 Central Ave SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930

Type of Opportunity: Full time, FTE: 1.00

About the Role

Provides quality healthcare in collaboration with other health care providers in the emergency department (ED).

Responsibilities

• Performs entire patient care continuum of urgent care and acute patients who present to the Emergency Department, including:
  • Initial assessments
  • Appropriate ordering/interpretation of diagnostics
  • Treatment algorithms (e.g., abscess treatment, laceration repair, fracture stabilization and splinting)
  • Arranging for appropriate disposition (including admissions) for patients ranging from newborn to geriatric
• Utilizes available physician resources appropriately and demonstrates high confidence in treating patients.
• Looks for opportunities to grow skillset with the goal of improving autonomy.
• Available for Primary Patient Care, including:
  • Review of lab/x-ray reports
  • Medication refills
  • Patient referral
  • Patient education
  • Health maintenance and symptom management in acute and chronic disease for patients age newborn to geriatrics
• Serves in educator role for staff RNs, LPNs, and student FNPs/PAs as needed.
• Serves in management/administrative/organizational role, including:
  • Attending meetings and maintaining schedules
  • Participation in monthly committees to improve patient care
  • Assisting in the screening/evaluation process for prospective employees, staffing, and management
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures for clinical areas in which C.F.N.P./PA services are provided, conforming to JCAHO, regulatory agencies, and PHS/EH.
• Participates in data collection and quality management activities.
• Participates in Midlevel Education Committee trainings for ongoing skill maintenance and improvement.
• Uses available data to drive ongoing professional practice improvement.
• Willingness to receive and assimilate feedback from all levels of staff/providers (coachable).
• Actively participates in piloting improvement projects, organizational initiatives, team-building exercises, section meetings, and semi-annual provider reviews.
• Maintains patient medical records as required by hospital and regulatory agencies, including increasing accuracy and pertinent information capture.
• Willingness to assimilate feedback related to documentation and coding for appropriate billing capture.
• Participates in once-monthly call shifts.
• Performs other functions as required.

Requirements

For Nurse Practitioner:

• Master’s degree in Nursing
• New Mexico Nurse Practitioner license
• Federal and state DEA license
• ANCC certification
• Minimum of one year experience preferred but not required
• Experience as an ER Nurse preferred

For Physician Assistant:

• Baccalaureate-prepared CAHEA Certified Physician Assistant or two (2) years working experience as a Certified Physician Assistant
• Licensed by the New Mexico Board of Medical Examiners
• Minimum of one year experience
• Prior experience as an EMT or Scribe in an ER preferred

Benefits

• Robust wellness program, including:
  • Free access to on-site and community-based gyms
  • Nutrition coaching and classes
  • Wellness challenges
• Day-one benefits plan, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Exceptional retirement plans:
  • 403b retirement savings program with matching programs and employer contributions
• Technology and digital platforms to reduce friction and allow clinicians to focus on meaningful work.
• Innovative care models to improve access and patient focus.
• Strongline silent alarm badge for enhanced safety at work.
• RESET program: A multi-day immersive retreat for clinicians, fostering personal and professional growth through interactive sessions, self-reflection, and peer support.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan, and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with over 14,000 employees—including 1,200 providers and 4,000 nurses. Our health plan serves more than 600,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and Commercial health plans.

About Our Regional Delivery System

Presbyterian's Regional Delivery System is a network of six hospitals and medical centers throughout rural New Mexico, including locations in Clovis, Española, Ruidoso, Santa Fe, Socorro, and Tucumcari. Our regional facilities are home to more than 1,600 clinical and non-clinical employees. With a variety of services ranging from general surgery to pediatrics to heart and cancer care, our regional employees provide close-to-home care for their communities.

Living and Working in New Mexico

• Cultural richness: Immerse yourself in New Mexico’s cultural heritage, from historic adobe structures to vibrant festivals.
• Outdoor paradise: Enjoy over 300 days of sunshine annually, with activities like hiking the Sandia Mountains and skiing in Taos.
• Community spirit: Experience warmth and hospitality in our diverse communities.