Nurse Practitioner- EP
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Killeen
Posted on: May 14, 2022
Job Description:
-Description - ExternalBaylor Scott & White Health has an
opening for a Nurse Practitioner to join our EP -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 ROLE
- Assesses 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.JOB
SUMMARYInpatient Support/ Procedure - Mon -Fri 8-5Helps with
Pre/Post Procedures in the labsKEY SUCCESS FACTORS
- Knowledge 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 measures
- Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis,
treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental
dysfunctions
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills
- Skill in the use of computers and related software
applications
- Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based
patient treatment plans
- Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and
psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior
modification
- Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other
diagnostic tests
- Texas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from
a state that is party to the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and
LVNs & Texas APRN
- Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the
state of Texas
- Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or
transfer
- Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the
patient population of focus requiredBENEFITSOur competitive
benefits package includes the followingImmediate 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 - ExternalQUALIFICATIONS
- 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.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- EP, Healthcare , Killeen, Texas
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