Nurse Practitioner - Urgent Care

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner – Urgent Care
Location: Midland/Odessa, TX

Job Summary:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our Urgent Care team in Midland/Odessa, TX. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment, treating acute illnesses and minor injuries for patients of all ages. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with a team of healthcare professionals while maintaining autonomy in clinical decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients presenting with acute illnesses, minor injuries, and urgent medical conditions.
• Perform procedures such as suturing, splinting, incision and drainage, wound care, and foreign body removal.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (labs, X-rays, etc.) and determine appropriate treatment plans.
• Prescribe medications and provide patient education on treatment, prevention, and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records (EMR).
• Recognize and escalate cases requiring emergency care or specialist referral.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal medical regulations and clinical protocols.

Qualifications:

• Current and valid Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) license in the state of Texas.
• Completion of an accredited NP or PA program with board certification (FNP, ENP, or PA-C).
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in urgent care, emergency medicine, or primary care setting preferred.
• Proficiency in suturing, splinting, wound care, and other urgent care procedures.
• Strong clinical decision-making, diagnostic, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with the healthcare team.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Excellent communication and patient interaction skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
• DEA license and ability to prescribe controlled substances.

Schedule & Benefits:

• Flexible scheduling with 12-hour shifts, weekend rotations, and holiday coverage.
• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Malpractice insurance coverage.