Graduate level nurse practitioner program accredited by ACEN or CCNE
No prior experience required
Certification by ANCC or AANP
Licensed RN by Texas Board of Nursing
Licensed APRN in a clinical area of specialization by Texas Board of Nursing
Responsibilities
Work independently within the full scope of practice per Texas Nurse Practice Act
Conduct individualized history and physical exams for diverse populations
Order and interpret diagnostic tests based on patient health concerns
Diagnose acute, episodic, and chronic diseases
Develop comprehensive care plans following evidence-based guidelines
Prescribe pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments
Educate patients on health diagnoses and promote disease prevention
Monitor care plans for cost-effectiveness and quality outcomes
Facilitate patient transitions within healthcare services
Document services accurately and timely for interdisciplinary review
Adhere to internal controls and seek performance improvement feedback
Support population health through prevention and chronic disease management
Benefits
Opportunity for recent graduates to gain experience
Supportive environment for professional development
Collaboration with a multidisciplinary healthcare team
Commitment to quality healthcare and patient outcomes
Access to ongoing training and compliance education
Full Job Description
Job Summary
Provides advanced practice health care services as well as documentation of services, collaborates with colleagues and clinical director, supervises assigned support staff, participates in quality assurance activities, and demonstrates a commitment to quality health care.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Minimum Qualifications:
Completion of a graduate level (or higher) nurse practitioner program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
No experience required
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS
Required:
Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) by the Texas Board of Nursing (TBON)
Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in a nurse practitioner clinical area of specialization by the Texas Board of Nursing (TBON)
Current RN's who have not yet completed their nurse practitioner program or recent graduates who have not yet obtained their ANCC/AANP certification or APRN nurse practitioner license are eligible to apply for this position. However, official employment is contingent upon the successful completion of an accredited nurse practitioner program, ANCC/AANP certification and APRN nurse practitioner licensure.
Job Duties:
Works independently to full scope of practice in compliance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act with acknowledgement of off-site collaborating physician availability for consultation and collaboration
Performs individualized history and physical examinations for diverse populations inclusive of social determinants of health
Orders and interprets diagnostic testing in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient
Diagnoses acute, episodic, and chronic diseases
Develops a comprehensive plan of care that encompasses evidence-based practice guidelines, practice protocols, Medicare, Medicaid, and other state and federal regulations.
Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments
Provides appropriate education for current health diagnoses as well as anticipatory guidance for health promotion and disease prevention applicable to the individual's health and socioeconomic status
Monitors plan of care for cost-effectiveness and the achievement of expected improvements, while openly seeking feedback from patients, significant others, colleagues, allied health, appropriate referrals, and collaborating physician to enhance quality outcomes
Facilitates patient transition within and between health care services to ensure accurate communication among the health care team
Documents in a timely manner to ensure all services are accurately accounted for and available for review by the interdisciplinary team
Adheres to internal controls established for department, all requirements for continued licensure, periodic evaluations, and actively seeks input for identifying actions to improve performance and practice outcomes.
Supports population and individual health through the prevention, health promotion and chronic disease management.
Performs related duties as required, including, but not limited to, data collection, staff meetings, preceptor student training, and university-wide compliance/safety training
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Standard hospital, clinical, laboratory and/or office environments. May be exposed to such occupational hazards such as communicable diseases, harmful chemicals, and/or disoriented or combative patients. Describe travel requirements and other physical demands of job.
