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SOUTH PLAINS RURAL HEALTH
Family Nurse Practitioner
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A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
$115,397 / year median in Texas
+31% projected growth
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Position range in Howard County $92k - $133k Per Year Family Nurse Practitioner
SOUTH PLAINS RURAL HEALTH
Occupation:
Nurse PractitionersLocation:
Big Spring, TX - 79720Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent EmploymentPosted:
08/20/2026 Positions available: 1Source:
WorkInTexasWeb Site:
WorkInTexas Onsite /Remote:
Work onsite all of the timeUpdated:
08/23/2026Expires:
09/19/2026 Job #: 17058247 Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education 3 Years at College or a Technical or Vocational School Experience 1 Month(s) Age 18 and up Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Benefits Help for . South Plains Rural Health Services, Inc. is seeking a dependable and patient-focused Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to join our healthcare team. This position provides primary care services to patients in a rural health clinic setting while working closely with physicians, nursing staff, and clinical support teams to deliver quality patient care.Schedule:
Full-time Monday-Thursday 8-5| Friday 8-12What You'll Do:
Assess, diagnose, treat, and monitor acute and chronic medical conditions Perform complete physical examinations and patient assessments Obtain and document patient medical histories Order and interpret routine diagnostic tests, labs, and x-rays Prescribe medications and develop treatment plans within scope of practice Educate and counsel patients and families on health management and prevention Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team members regarding patient care Refer patients to specialists or higher levels of care when necessary Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation in the EHR Participate in quality improvement and patient care initiatives Follow infection control and patient safety guidelinesWhat You'll Bring:
Current Family Nurse Practitioner license in Texas Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program Current CPR/BLS certification Strong clinical assessment and communication skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment Experience in primary care or rural health preferred Bilingual English/Spanish preferredPay & Benefits:
Competitive salary based on experience Medical, dental, vision, retirement, PTO, and paid holidays Employer-paid life insurance Eligible employees and dependents may receive clinic services at a discounted rateHRSA/NHSC
Loan Repayment eligible site may be availableLanguage:
English required Spanish preferredLicense/Certification:
Texas APRN License required Family Nurse Practitioner Certification required DEA certification preferred CPR/BLS certification required As part of South Plains Rural Health Services, Inc.'s commitment to patient and staff safety, all employees are required to comply with the annual influenza vaccination policy. Employees must either provide proof of influenza vaccination, or submit a medical/religious exemption form and wear a face mask during the flu season.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance