Advanced Practice Nurse

Salary $51.72 - $82.76 Hourly $107,584 - $172,135 Annually Pay Band: C13 Overview The New Mexico Department of Health (NMDOH) Public Health Division (PHD) Northwest Region delivers population‑based and clinical public health services to counties of Bernalillo, Sandoval, Valencia, Torrance, McKinley, Cibola, and San Juan. The division provides preventive and clinical services including immunizations, STI testing and treatment, family planning, breast and cervical cancer screening, TB prevention, harm reduction, hepatitis C testing and treatment, medications for opioid and alcohol use disorder, and maternal and child health services. The region partners with community providers, tribal health systems, academic partners, and local organizations to strengthen the public health system and improve the health of all New Mexicans. The position exists to provide STD, family planning, hepatitis C, PREP, and MOUD services to patients in the metropolitan area, thereby decreasing the prevalence of STDs, unplanned pregnancy, and substance abuse disorder issues in New Mexico. Responsibilities 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. Performs 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. Qualifications Independently performs the full scope of advanced practice nursing services within the scope of applicable licensure, including assessing and diagnosing illnesses, prescribing medications and treatments, and providing other related health care services to assigned patients. Experience in public health and/or with STD and family planning services. Ability to provide services for complex patients with a high degree of independence and autonomy. Minimum Qualification Licensed by the New Mexico Board of Nursing as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP), Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), or Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) by the New Mexico Department of Health. Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Working Conditions This position works primarily in clinical and office environments within public health offices but also provides services in community settings, correctional facilities, mobile clinics, and partner sites throughout the Northwest Region. Extensive use of computer and electronic health record. 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. Flexibility, adaptability, and commitment to serving diverse populations in a variety of clinical and community environments. Bargaining Unit Position This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, and all terms and conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to. #J-18808-Ljbffr