Master's degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited institution
Graduated from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program
Two years of prior RN experience
Texas State RN Licensure (must obtain permanent license within 60 days if establishing residency)
APRN Non-Acute Care state license
Magnet ANCC-recognized Non-Acute Care practitioner certification
BLS certification from the American Heart Association
DEA Narcotics License (to be obtained within 6 months)
Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care by assessing and diagnosing clinical conditions
Develop and document treatment plans appropriately
Utilize therapeutic communication to build relationships with patients and healthcare teams
Perform physical assessments and manage acute and chronic conditions
Advocate for patients and families regarding clinical and ethical concerns
Achieve high patient satisfaction scores through effective care delivery
Collaborate with healthcare team members for coordinated patient care
Benefits
Opportunity for hands-on experience in specialty areas
Structured mentorship and guidance throughout the fellowship
Access to continuing education and professional development resources
Participation in interprofessional team meetings and case discussions
Potential for transition to independent practice after fellowship completion
Full Job Description
At Houston Methodist, the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Post Graduate Fellowship NP position is a part of a twelve-month program with rotations in assigned specialty areas. This position will be given the opportunity to learn and improve assessment and diagnostic skills, as well as treatment implementation through medication management, procedures, and other therapies in the context of specialty care. The APP Provider Fellow NP position will be responsible for providing direct patient care in a variety of team-based settings with the goal to transition to independent practice upon completion of their fellowship.FLSA STATUS Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Master's degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing
Graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program
EXPERIENCE
Two years of previous RN practice
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required
RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure - Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and
APRN Non-Acute Care state license and
Magnet ANCC-recognized Non-Acute Care practitioner certification and
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
AP - Prescriptive Authority - Texas Board of Nursing - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and
DEA - Narcotics License (DEA) - Drug Enforcement Administration_PSV within 6 months
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Demonstrates advanced assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning & interventions in the field of psychiatry
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides patient care in assigned department by assessing and diagnosing clinical conditions, developing treatment plans and documenting appropriately.
Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional health care team to collaborate on the plan of care.
Communicates in an active, positive and effective manner to all interprofessional team members and reports pertinent patient care and family data in a comprehensive and unbiased manner, listens and responds to the ideas of others.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provide direct patient care services, including performing physical assessments, diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions, prescribing medications, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing and implementing treatment plans in their respective specialty area(s).
Advocates on patient/family's behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns, utilizing appropriate resources.
Obtains superior patient satisfaction scores via standard patient satisfaction survey tool.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs essential functions of assessment, diagnosing, treatment, and management of patients in assigned setting, including accurate and timely documentation, intake assessments, treatment planning and discharge planning, as appropriate.
Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team to ensure comprehensive and coordinated patient care.
Actively participates in interprofessional team meetings, case discussions, and care planning. Engages in team based interdisciplinary care.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.
Maintains awareness of their direct and indirect financial impact on the organization.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Keeps up-to-date with current evidence-based practice guidelines and professional standards.
Seeks guidance and feedback from preceptors and healthcare professionals to enhance clinical skills and knowledge. Attends educational sessions, labs, and lectures to further develop skills in their respective specialty.
Identifies own learning needs and seeks continuing education opportunities to meet those needs. Consults with healthcare team and mentors for guidance in self-identified areas of need.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
Uniform: No
Scrubs: No
Business professional: Yes
Other (department approved): Yes
ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
On Call* Yes
TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department**
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Work Shift: 1 - Day (United States of America) Job Category: Clinical
