Family Nurse Practitioner

Family Nurse Practitioner

Specialty: Family Practice / Primary Care

Discipline: Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado

Employment Type: Local Contract / Travel Contract

Assignment Length: 24 Weeks

Shift: M- F 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Start Date: ASAP

Position Overview

NuWest is seeking an experienced Family Nurse Practitioner for an outpatient primary care opportunity in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The FNP will provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to patients across the lifespan, from pediatrics through geriatrics, with an emphasis on diagnosis, treatment, chronic disease management, and preventive care.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments, obtain medical histories, and perform physical examinations across all age groups
• Diagnose and treat acute illnesses and injuries, and manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and asthma
• Develop, implement, and adjust individualized treatment plans
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests, and prescribe medications, including controlled substances, per scope of practice
• Provide preventive care, including wellness exams, screenings, and immunizations
• Educate patients and families on disease management, healthy lifestyle choices, and treatment plans
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and care team members, and refer patients as needed
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the EMR in compliance with regulatory standards

Required Qualifications

• Active Colorado Nurse Practitioner (FNP) license
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Family Nurse Practitioner
• Current BLS certification
• Active DEA registration
• Must be able to pass required background checks and drug screening