Nursing Jobs in Greater Heights, TX

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Surgical Critical Care Night Shift

Summary The Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Division in the Michael E. DeBakey Department of Surgery is seeking a qualified Advanced Practice Provider to provide high quality critical care services under the direction of a physician at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center. The candidate will be expected to provide clinical excellence and scholarly enthusiasm. The provider will have direct patient care responsibilities. The selected candidate will be appointed as a faculty Instructor and be eligible for full faculty benefits. Primary responsibilities include management of patients in the surgical ICU or thoracic surgical ICU at Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center overnight from 6:30 PM to 6:30 AM. This will include a variety of general surgery, transplant, vascular, cardiothoracic and general thoracic patients. Job Duties Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations. Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient. Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments. Maintain records and write orders and progress notes in patient charts as to status, treatments, and procedures. Monitors and ensures accuracy of recording on patient medical records. Provide follow-up health maintenance care to patients in accordance with protocols established with the supervising physician. Communicate with physicians, patients, and the family members of patients concerning patient care. Collaborates with providers, and practice staff in identifying appropriate patients for care management. Perform other job related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education Required: Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies or Nursing. NOTE: Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies accepted based on terminal degree requirements at time of graduation. Experience Required: None required. Certification/Licenses/Registration: Current license as a Physician Assistant by the State of Texas Physician Assistant Board or APRN license by the Texas Board of Nursing. Specialty certification as required by department. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification. Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

NP

Full-time

6 months ago

Instructor- Nurse Practitioner - CHI The Woodlands Hospital

Baylor College of Medicine Houston, TX

Baylor College of Medicine and Department Summary: The Section of General Internal Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine is dedicated to excellence in patient care, education, scholarly activities, and community engagement. As general internists, we apply scientific knowledge, clinical expertise and compassion to prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment of adult patients with a broad spectrum of medical conditions. We care for diverse patients in primary care outpatient settings as well as hospitalized patients. Our collaborative interdisciplinary teams practice at Baylor Medicine Clinic, Baylor St. Luke's CHI Hospitals (Medical Center, Sugarland, Vintage, Woodlands), Harris Health System (Ben Taub Hospital and Smith Clinic) and Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Summary The Section of General Internal Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide services at CHI St. Luke's The Woodlands Hospital. The ideal candidates are patient-centered and committed to excellence in providing quality care. Job Duties Effectively identifies, evaluates, and addresses acute and chronic problems as well as disease prevention and health promotion issues of the patients while administering quality patient care. Works in an independent and interdependent relationship with the physician, which allows for consultation, collaboration, or referral. Responsible for initial consultation and/or follow up diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic healthcare issues of clinic patients. Responsible for communicating test results and recommendations to patients and/or their caregivers. Responsive to the questions and concerns of patients and their family members. Educates patients and/or families about preventative care, medical issues, and use of prescribed medical treatments and or medications. Maintains accurate and confidential medical records. Documents all medical evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatment, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations consistent with state regulatory standards. Facilitates evaluation of records by physicians and peers and receives and implements constructive directives. Prepares cardiac clearance letters to referring physicians, for transplant and pre-operative clearance. Prescribes medications in accordance with prescriptive authority granted by the Texas Medical Board/Board of Nurse Examiners. Maintains professional certification as dictated by the Texas Medical Board/Board of Nurse Examiners. Follows latest ACC and AHA guidelines as protocol and standard of care which shall be defined to promote the exercise of professional judgment by the NP/PA commensurate with his/her education and experience. Review billing cases log Demonstrates a positive attitude in the workplace and is a leader in this regard. Provides follow up patient care within a private practice setting. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education Required: Master's degree in in Nursing. Experience Required: None required. Certification/Licenses/Registration: Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas Board of Nursing. Current Texas Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN-NP), and specialty certification as required by department. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification