Nurse Practitioner

We are seeking a Nurse practitioner for a beautiful and well-established nursing home in Farmington, NM.ResponsibilitiesConduct routine check-ups to patients to assess their health condition and discover possible issuesGive appropriate advice for healthy habits (diet, hygiene, etc.) and preventative actions to promote overall healthConduct examinations of ill patients and evaluate symptoms to determine their conditionAsk intuitive questions to discover the causes of illnessReach an informed diagnosis based on scientific knowledge and the patient's medical historyPrescribe and interpret lab tests to obtain more information about underlying infections or abnormalitiesPrescribe medications or drugs and provide comprehensive instructions for administrationCollaborate with the Medical Director and nurses to form a high-performing medical teamExamine and provide treatments for injuries and refer patients to other physicians when needed (ophthalmologists, orthopedists, neurologists, etc.)Keep records of patients' diseases, operations, or other significant information (e.g. allergic episodes)Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for patientsRemain up-to-speed with developments and best practices in medicine by attending conferences and seminarsSkillsStrong understanding of examination methodologies and diagnosticsBroad knowledge of common medication, side effects, and contraindicationsIn-depth knowledge of legal medical guidelines and medicine best practicesExcellent oral and written communication skillsRespect for patient's confidentialityCompassionate and approachableResponsible and trustworthyJob Type: Full-timePay: $120,000.00 - $125,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceMedical Specialty:* Internal Medicine* Primary CareWork Location: In person