We find your clinical placements.
100% certification for licensure pass rate.
Small class sizes with a 1:5 ratio.
High-tech learning in our Simulation Center.
We are a part of a large Health Sciences System.
Scholarship and grant dollars available.
Faculty leading the field in research and practice.
No scrambling. No waiting. No guessing. We have a dedicated team to support all your clinical placements needs. Yes, that includes finding your preceptors.
But that also includes all the details that could be overlooked. The clinical affairs team will ensure you are prepared and stay in compliance with all on-boarding requirements of your clinical sites.
Primary care PNPs are vital to New Mexicans, providing critical primary care to its citizens. Our program uniquely focuses on the health and health equities of our state.
Not to mention that unlike other parts of the county, nurse practitioners are licensed independent practitioners with full prescriptive authority. The path is already paved. The collaborative relationships are established.
Not from New Mexico? Visit NewMexico.org to learn about our state.
Our program is designed to teach and expose you to caring for the rural and underserved communities of New Mexico. Our program is unique in this mission.
Our students have the opportunity participate in clinical experiences for those who need it most. Going all over New Mexico. Learning from high-quality preceptors. From free pediatric check-ups to distribution of flu shots, we care for our kids.
Faculty want you to be successful. You will quickly notice they are deeply vested in your success. And communication is key. Whether it’s a question about an assignment or about life’s bumps in the road, faculty are here to listen and work with you to reach that finish line.
The commitment to our younger population looks different for each faculty member. Each of them bringing their diverse background to the classroom, simulation lab and your clinical experiences.
Most of our faculty are active in clinical practice. They are up to date on clinical standards and the real-world practice environment. Our faculty are committed to your success.
With small class sizes and a hands-on learning approach, we are focused on supporting you. We know each student is different and we have the resources in place to ensure your successes.
Your faculty will provide tailored feedback and support. But that is not all. Students have access to our Office of Academic Advising, Office of Academic Success and all of the University support centers available to students.
Your future is here in New Mexico. Your next step is UNM. Our accredited and innovative program focuses on providing primary care for children and adolescents in community and clinical environments, especially those in underserved populations. Learn more about our program and why you should choose UNM.
Graduates of this program are prepared to serve in hospital-based clinics, outpatient clinics, schools, health centers, community agencies and much more.
The goal is simple–become a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in primary care. Stay goal oriented. Take a look at the current PNP jobs and salaries in New Mexico and beyond.
At UNM we are a culture of contrast rather than a contrast of cultures. What makes us different makes us strong. Our diverse backgrounds – your diverse backgrounds – enhance our insights and learning. Raise awareness and respect for all the different ways of being and thinking.
We don’t just talk about diversity. We put it into practice. Resulting in a deeper connection to all your future patients. From the beginning of your education, you will serve the underserved. You will walk with empathy and understanding of others.
Admissions & Recruitment Office
College of Nursing
Building 214
Suite 1501
1 University of New Mexico
Interim Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care Program Coordinator, Assistant Professor
Melody Avila, DNP, RN, FNP-BC
