Acute Care Nurse Practitioner- Hospitalist - Nights

Job description

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Hospitalist - Nights Only; 7on/7off schedule

nAbout Us

nHere at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

nOur Core Values are:

nnnWe serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

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nnWe never settle by constantly striving for better.

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nnWe are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

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nnWe make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

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n nBenefits

nOur benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

nnnEligibility on day 1 for all benefits

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nnDollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%

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nnDebt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more

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nnImmediate access to time off benefits

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n nAt Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

nNote: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

nJob Summary

nThe NP Inpatient Medicine is a licensed, certified healthcare provider. They render direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as an independent provider by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. Inpatient Medicine providers usually work in hospitals. They manage patients by rounding and handling admissions and discharges.

nEssential Functions of the Role

nnnAssesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.

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nnOrders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.

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nnPrescribes or recommends medical drug therapies or other therapeutic treatments. Performs procedures following approved protocols, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.

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nnFormulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care. Collaborates with physicians and team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to care and its effectiveness.

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nnCounsels patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.

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nnMaintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.

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nnProvides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.

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nnPerforms invasive procedures specific to scope of practice (and aptitude of the provider) as delegated by supervising Physician.

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nnMay conduct hospital rounds, assist with admissions and discharges, and provide on-call support.

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n nKey Success Factors

nnnKnowledge of information and techniques is needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.

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nnKnowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions

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nnVerbal and written communication skills

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nnInterpersonal skills

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nnCritical thinking and complex problem-solving skills

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nnSkill in the use of computers and related software applications

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nnAbility to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans

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nnAbility to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification

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nnAbility to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests

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nnTexas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a state in the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs, and Texas APRN.

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nnCurrent license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas

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nnCertification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required

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nnBasic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer

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n nBelonging Statement

nWe believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

nQUALIFICATIONS

nnnEDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program

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nnEXPERIENCE - More than 1 Year of Experience

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nnCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

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n nNurse Practitioner (NP)

nRegistered Nurse (RN)

nBasic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced within 30 days of hire or transfer.

nAs a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Worksite address

pflugerville, TX, 78691, US

Who can apply

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