Nurse Practitioner - Family Medicine​/Same Day Care - Socorro, NM

Position: Nurse Practitioner - Family Medicine / Same Day Care - Socorro, NM

Nurse Practitioner – Family Medicine / Same Day Care – Socorro, NM

Location: 1202 Highway 60, Socorro, New Mexico , United States of America

Type of Opportunity: Full time
FTE: 1

Summary

Provider cares for patients by providing outpatient, primary care services. The provider will lead and work collaboratively with a team—including nurses, medical assistants, case and care managers, behavioral health clinicians, pharmacist clinicians, and clerical staff—to provide care to patients. The position requires regular communication and collaboration with others.

Job Description

Presbyterian is a great place to practice medicine and provide safe, high-quality care. Here, you’ll find a different way to make a difference. Presbyterian Socorro General Hospital in Socorro, NM is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join their established Family Medicine practice.

Practice Highlights

• 16-18 patients per day
• RN/MA support
• No weekends required
• Opportunities for same day care
• 36 hours of direct patient care, 4 hours of administrative time
• Student Loan Forgiveness Eligible – NHSC, PSLF, NM Health Professional Loan Repayment

We offer a nationally competitive salary with relocation allowance available, CME allowance, and fully paid malpractice insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care to patients with acute and chronic illnesses.
• Make professional medical judgments in the care of patients seen.
• Order, conduct, and interpret appropriate diagnostic x‑ray and lab tests.
• Prescribe treatments, medications, and non‑pharmacologic therapies.
• Document all patient encounters and communications appropriately.
• Manage the provider/patient relationship.
• Receive and resolve patient complaints.
• Involved in education and counseling of individuals, families, and groups.
• Serve as a healthcare resource, interdisciplinary consultant, and patient advocate.
• Work autonomously as well as in collaboration with other health care providers and staff as needed.
• Participate in the recruitment and replacement of other providers.
• Participate in system‑wide health management initiatives.
• Provide input into the practice site’s financial, clinical, and service quality performance; budget, capital plan, and personnel issues.
• Provide clinical input into the development and review of appropriate clinical protocols and processes.
• Enhance professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, literature review, in‑services, and workshops.
• Perform other functions as required.
• Attend and participate in all scheduled meetings including PCC, provider and site meetings.
• Modify assessment techniques according to patient condition, culture, age, and stage of development.
• Maintain coding and encounter data standards for completeness, accuracy, timeliness and reimbursement level, including legible documentation.

Qualifications

• M.S. degree in Nursing.
• New Mexico Nurse Practitioner license.
• ANCC or AANP certification required.
• Minimum of two years of experience preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Robust wellness program with free access to on‑site and community‑based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges, and more.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and other benefits effective day one.
• 403(b) retirement savings program with matching and employer contributions.
• Technology and digital platforms to focus on meaningful work.
• Innovative care models to improve access and free providers to focus on patients.
• Strongline silent alarm badge for staff safety.
• The RESET program – a multi‑day immersive retreat for clinicians to foster personal and professional growth.

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.

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 employ more than 1,600 clinical and non‑clinical staff who help make Presbyterian the state’s largest private employer with nearly 14,000 statewide employees.

Living and Working in New Mexico

• Cultural richness – immerse yourself in historic adobe structures and vibrant festivals.
• Outdoor paradise – with over 300 days of sunshine annually, there are plenty of hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities.
• Community spirit – our communities are known for warmth and hospitality.

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

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