Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Clinic in Rural Colorado

Job description

About the facility

This rural health primary care clinic serves a diverse patient population across all age groups. The facility operates Monday through Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM with a dedicated lunch closure from 12 PM to 1 PM. Clinicians utilize the Cerner electronic medical record system for comprehensive patient documentation and care coordination.

About the facility location

Colorado offers year-round outdoor recreation opportunities including world-class skiing, hiking, and mountain activities throughout the scenic Rocky Mountain region. The state features diverse attractions from urban centers to national parks, providing recreational activities for all interests. Residents and visitors enjoy access to cultural venues, outdoor adventures, and vibrant communities across the state.

About the clinician's workday

The nurse practitioner will provide comprehensive family medicine care to patients of all ages in a rural health clinic setting. Daily responsibilities include managing approximately 20 patients per day across diverse age demographics with no call requirements. The position requires Colorado licensure and DEA certification, with mandatory COVID and flu vaccinations. Clinicians will work collaboratively with another onsite nurse practitioner and receive support from medical assistants and registered nursing staff.

Additional job details

• Case load/PPD: 20
• Support staff: One additional nurse practitioner onsite with medical assistant and registered nurse support
• Patient population: All Ages
• Location type: On-Site
• Prescriptive authority required: Yes