Nurse Practitioner Wound Care
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Killeen
Posted on: May 13, 2022
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Job Description:
JOB SUMMARYBaylor Scott & White Health has an opening for a
Nurse Practitioner to join our Wound Care -Team -in Temple,
Texas.Our facilities have national and regional recognition by U.S.
News & World Report - a reflection of our talent and commitment to
advanced quality care that is safe and compassionate.We are looking
for a committed team player with a favorable work/ training
history. The ideal candidate should be focused on quality, and be
able to effectively collaborate with referring physicians, agencies
and other professionals to provide optimum patient care within our
award-winning integrated health care system.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF
THE ROLEAssesses the physical and mental condition of patients by
performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical
examinations and medical histories.Orders, collects, interprets,
and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess
patient problems and health care needs.Prescribes, recommends
and/or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related
therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated
procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policies with
attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions
to modify behavior associated with health risks.Formulates and
implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans
based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of
care, professional practice guidelines and in collaboration with
physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when
appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care provided
and the effectiveness of care.Counsels patients and families
regarding medical processes, management of the health
illness/condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion.
Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or
interactions with other substances such as food supplements, over
the counter medications and herbal remedies.Maintains appropriate
records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes.
Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds
scope of practice and/or expertise.Provides consultation level
services for conditions/problems related to the Provider's
specialty and training.Manages patients in a healthcare setting(s)
other than primary clinic setting (e.g., inpatient, emergency
services, procedural, etc.).Performs invasive procedures specific
to scope of practice and competency of the provider as delegated by
supervising Physician.May be required to perform patient care
duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the
department.KEY SUCCESS FACTORSKnowledge of information and
techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases,
and deformities to include symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug
properties and interactions, and preventive health-care
measuresKnowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for
diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental
dysfunctionsVerbal and written communication skillsInterpersonal
skillsCritical thinking and complex problem-solving skillsSkill in
the use of computers and related software applicationsAbility to
develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient
treatment plansAbility to counsel patients concerning medical and
psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior
modificationAbility to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other
diagnostic testsTexas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact
privilege from a state that is party to the Nurse Licensure Compact
for RNs and LVNs & Texas APRNCurrent license to practice as a Nurse
Practitioner in the state of TexasBasic Life Support (BLS) within
30 days of hire or transferCertification from an accredited board
as an APRN for the patient population of focus requiredBENEFITS-
Mon -Fri -Our competitive benefits package includes the following-
Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits- 401(k)
savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%- Tuition
Reimbursement- PTO accrual beginning Day 1Note: Benefits may vary
based upon position type and/or levelAbout Baylor Scott & White
Medical Center - TempleBaylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple
is a 574-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital with a Level I
Trauma designation. In 2018, the hospital was ranked as one of the
top 100 hospitals and one of the top 15 teaching hospitals in the
United States by Thomson Reuters. The hospital has 31 accredited
residency and fellowship programs that include specialties in
emergency medicine and radiology and offers a well-established and
respected chaplain resident program.About the CommunityTemple is
regarded as one of the best areas to live and work in Texas and was
ranked the sixth most affordable place to live in the U.S. in 2019.
In addition to no state taxes, Temple enjoys a robust economy, and
a cost of living that's lower than the national average. Served by
four independent school districts and nationally recognized Temple
College, the community places a high priority on education. Dubbed
the "Wildflower Capital of Texas," Temple lies along the famous
Texas Wildflower Trail and is the demographic center of the state,
with convenient access to major cities including Dallas, Houston,
Austin, and San Antonio. -QUALIFICATIONS- EDUCATION - Grad of an
Accredited Program- EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience-
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - - - - - - - -Nurse
Practitioner (NP) - - - - - - -Registered Nurse (RN) - - - - - -
-Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days
of hire or transfer.
Keywords: Baylor Scott & White Health, Killeen , Nurse Practitioner Wound Care, Healthcare , Killeen, Texas
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