Nurse Practitioner

The Nurse Practitioner role within UNLV Health provides primary and specialty healthcare services under the direction of a physician in a clinical setting. Services provided by the nurse practitioner can include diagnosing patients, ordering laboratory tests, prescribing medication and managing health conditions through evaluation and education. The position requires the ability to work closely with physicians and other clinicians in a team‑based approach to patient care.

Pay range for this position is $00 per year depending on years of experience.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Please note:

UNLV Health does not provide employment sponsor ships or sponsorship transfers for any positions.

• Clinic Hours are Monday through Friday 8AM to 5PM! (Actual hours may vary depending on business need)
• 12 Paid Holidays per year starting with your first day of employment!
• 20 PTO days per year! (Depending on Position)
• 3% 401K Contribution even if you do not contribute!
• Medical Dental and Vision benefits that start the first of the month following your start date!
• CPR Certifications reimbursed by UNLV Health!
• Pay may be higher than listed range based on experience!
• And more!

• Provide patient care in an outpatient and inpatient setting.
• Provide clinical services as assigned.
• Assess patient status by obtaining health history through patient/family interviews and chart reviews; assessing/presenting illness risk factors, family history, psychosocial situation and cultural factors; and performing appropriate physical examination.
• Communicates appropriate case management information to other professionals and community agencies.
• Orders/performs appropriate laboratory diagnostic and other screening tests. Seeks other information as needed including consultation with physicians and other clinicians for evaluation of illness.
• Integrates data to determine diagnosis and therapeutic plan including identification of any health risks.
• Develops and implements treatment plans by prescribing/dispensing medications and/or injections in compliance with medical practice guidelines and state laws. Handles minor lacerations.
• Instructs patient/family regarding medications and treatments. Educates patients regarding health promotion/illness prevention. Recommends appropriate community resources to meet patient/family needs.
• Prepares documentation for medical records including updating patient medical charts by posting examination and test results, diagnosis, medications and treatment in written/computerized manner.
• Participates in peer reviews, chart reviews, staff education, clinical guideline development and other continuing education and quality assurance activities to demonstrate compliance with standards, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Acts as consultant/collaborator to clinical team on area of specialty. Complies with patient confidentiality requirements. Promotes patient advocacy.
• Collaborates with physicians in managing acute and long‑term medical needs of patients. Provides monitoring and continuity of care between visits according to treatment plan including triaging patient calls/emails.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members by making appropriate referrals.
• May be shared with other sub‑specialty services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• MSN Required.
• Must have a current and unrestricted NP license.
• Must have a current CPA or other board certification.
• Must hold a Certificate of completion from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Must have or be eligible to have a Nevada Pharmacy and DEA License.
• Current BLS or CPR Certificate (additional certification may be required based on specialty)

• Minimum five years of professional nursing experience in a clinic setting plus two years of nurse practitioner experience.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of health promotion, health risk identification and patient education principles and techniques.
• Knowledge of community, professional and educational resources.
• Knowledge of practice management systems including…