UTHealth Houston

Pedriatric Nurse Practitioner Acute Care

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in. The Department of Pediatrics is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join a team committed to delivering the highest-quality, cost‑effective care to infants, children, and adolescents. Our department blends exceptional clinical practice with a strong academic mission—advancing biomedical, clinical, and behavioral science through innovative research, and shaping the next generation of pediatric leaders through our medical student, residency, and fellowship programs. Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue! Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more! Position Summary: Provides advanced nursing care to patients with complex acute, critical, and/or chronic health conditions in a clinic or hospital setting in one or more specialized areas under the direction of a physician. Must be a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - PNP Position Key Accountabilities: 1. Conducts complex, standardized patient care procedures which require experience and specialized training which would otherwise be performed by a physician, but which do not constitute the practice of medicine. 2. Conducts independent and physician supervised rounding on unit. 3. Performs relevant patient evaluations and assessments, and provides appropriate treatment; including monitoring and ordering medications. 4. Coordinates, directs, and implements the patient’s plan of care. 5. Assists in collecting patient histories, screens for co-morbidities, and provides guidance and preventative health care as needed. 6. Performs physical examinations and provides episodic care, or problem-oriented care, under the supervision of a physician. 7. Orders appropriate laboratory, diagnostic and radiographic tests, and interprets results. 8. Monitors the treatment program of the patient to inform the attending physician of pertinent medical information. 9. Facilitates patient education relating to medical processes, medication, nutrition, and health promotion or preventative health care. 10. Assists physicians in formulating therapeutic decisions. 11. Maintains appropriate records, and prepares charts for review and counter signature by physician. 12. Prepares and cares for supplies and equipment. 13. Responds to emergency situations. 14. Performs within the scope of practice prescribed by licensure and certification. 15. Performs other duties as assigned. Certification/Skills: Registered Nurse (RN) State Licensure or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) by Texas Board of Nursing (BON) required Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (APRN-PNP) by Texas Board of Nursing (BON) required Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) required Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) by American Heart Associated required Acute Care Training required Clinical specialty certification determined by the department excluding FNP certification unless paired with a post master's certification in the specialty required Minimum Education: Masters in Nursing as NP or Masters in Nursing with completion of a post-masters Nurse Practitioner Certification Program. Minimum Experience: None; previous experience in area of clinical focus preferred. Physical Requirements: Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Security Sensitive: This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4. Veteran Information: Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 0904, 0963, 1976, 46Y1C, 46Y1H, 66B, 66C, 4A0X1, 46YX, 65D, 230X, PHA10, 42GX, 66P, 66R, 290X. For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs . Residency Requirement: Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
UTHealth Houston

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner- ACTAT Surgery

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in. a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Join Our Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Team as a Nurse Practitioner. As part of our dynamic surgical team, you’ll provide advanced care for patients undergoing complex cardiovascular and thoracic procedures. From pre-op assessments to post-op recovery, you’ll ensure seamless care and optimal outcomes. What You’ll Do: Collaborate with surgeons and multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient care. Assist in managing surgical cases, including wound care, LVAD dressings, and recovery planning. Apply your knowledge of hemodynamics, cardiothoracic surgery, and dialysis to support critical interventions. Guide patients and families through every stage of treatment with compassion and expertise. If you’re passionate about high-acuity care and thrive in a fast-paced surgical environment, we’d love to have you on our team. Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue! Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more! Position Summary: Provides advanced nursing care to patients with complex acute, critical, and/or chronic health conditions in a clinic or hospital setting in one or more specialized areas under the direction of a physician. Position Key Accountabilities: 1. Conducts complex, standardized patient care procedures which require experience and specialized training which would otherwise be performed by a physician, but which do not constitute the practice of medicine. 2. Conducts independent and physician supervised rounding on unit. 3. Performs relevant patient evaluations and assessments, and provides appropriate treatment; including monitoring and ordering medications. 4. Coordinates, directs, and implements the patient’s plan of care. 5. Assists in collecting patient histories, screens for co-morbidities, and provides guidance and preventative health care as needed. 6. Performs physical examinations and provides episodic care, or problem-oriented care, under the supervision of a physician. 7. Orders appropriate laboratory, diagnostic and radiographic tests, and interprets results. 8. Monitors the treatment program of the patient to inform the attending physician of pertinent medical information. 9. Facilitates patient education relating to medical processes, medication, nutrition, and health promotion or preventative health care. 10. Assists physicians in formulating therapeutic decisions. 11. Maintains appropriate records, and prepares charts for review and counter signature by physician. 12. Prepares and cares for supplies and equipment. 13. Responds to emergency situations. 14. Performs within the scope of practice prescribed by licensure and certification. 15. Performs other duties as assigned. Certification/Skills: Current Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse Current Texas Licensure as an APRN-NP Current specialty certification as required by department, excluding FNP certification unless paired with a post master’s certification in specialty. Basic Life Support (BLS) certified or specialty certification as required by department. Minimum Education: Masters in Nursing as NP or Masters in Nursing with completion of a post-masters Nurse Practitioner Certification Program. Minimum Experience: None; previous experience in area of clinical focus preferred. Physical Requirements: Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Security Sensitive: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215 Veteran Information: Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 0904, 0963, 1976, 46Y1C, 46Y1H, 66B, 66C, 4A0X1, 46YX, 65D, 230X, PHA10, 42GX, 66P, 66R, 290X. For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs . Residency Requirement: Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
UTHealth Houston

Staff Nurse I/II - Colorectal Department in TMC

The Colorectal Department is seeking a Staff Nurse to join their TMC location. Previous EPIC and surgery experience a plus! What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in. Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue! Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more! Position Summary: Functions as a member of collaborative interdisciplinary team providing comprehensive care to patients and families with complex healthcare needs that may be both predictable and unpredictable. Aims to provide care that is safe, effective, patient-centered, timely, efficient and equitable. Position Key Accountabilities: 1. Performs responsibilities in a manner that promotes quality patient care and customer service/satisfaction. 2. Adheres to broad scope of practice as established by Nurse Practice Act. 3. Ensures the efficient operation of the clinic or unit by proper scheduling and planning for optimum use of staff and resources, maintenance of stock and supplies, and efficient and safe use of equipment. 4. Uses systematic approach to provide nursing care to patients and families/populations by performing both focused and comprehensive assessments through subjective and evidence based objective data. 5. Prioritizes, synthesizes and documents assessments and nursing plan of care using critical thinking and judgment. 6. Implements plan of care within scope of practice through assignment and monitoring of other nurses and delegation and monitoring of unlicensed staff. Initiates standing orders for prescription refills and labs as well as standing delegation orders where appropriate. 7. Develops and implements teaching plans for patients concerning maintenance, promotion and restoration of health. 8. Evaluates patients’ response and outcomes to education and therapeutic interventions. Communicates effectively with collaborative team while escalating critical results and issues in an appropriate and timely manner. 9. Exercises judgment while coordinating care and referring patients to agencies or health care professionals for other services/transitions in care where indicated. 10. Performs on site and telephone triage using best practice guidelines and documentation to ensure patients receive the right level of care in the right setting at the right time by the right caregiver using the right equipment and supplies. 11. May be responsible for compiling daily or monthly reports. 12. Acts as a patient and healthcare advocate by maintaining a safe environment and promoting quality healthcare and services. 13. Respects and maintains privacy and confidentiality per HIPAA guidelines. 14. Adheres to standards of practice for professional nursing. 15. Other duties as assigned. Certification/Skills: Registered Nurse (RN) State Licensure or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) by Texas Board of Nursing (BON) required Basic Life Support (BLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) required Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) by American Heart Association (AHA) preferred Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in nursing, Associate’s degree in nursing, or diploma from an accredited nursing school. Minimum Experience: None Physical Requirements: Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Security Sensitive: This position is a security-sensitive position pursuant to Texas Education Code §51.215 and Texas Government Code §411.094. To the extent that a position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Texas Business and Commerce Code §117.001(2), the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired for and to continue to be employed in that position. Personnel in such positions, and similarly situated state contractors, will be routinely reviewed to determine whether things such as criminal history or continuous connections to the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the applicant, employee, or contractor from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure. A foreign adversary is a nation listed in 15 C.F.R. §791.4. Veteran Information: Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 0904, 0906, 0944, 46N1E, 46N1, 46N3, 46N4, 46NX, 66b, 66C, 66H, 68C, L03A, 4A0X1, 66E, 66G, 66S, 290X, 46AX, 46FX For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs . Residency Requirement: Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas. INDRN123
UTHealth Houston

Advanced Practice Provider - Emergency General Surgery

The Department of Surgery at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston seeks a qualified Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join the Emergency General Surgery (EGS) service. The APP will function as an integral member of a multidisciplinary surgical team providing high-acuity inpatient, consultative, and ambulatory care within a tertiary academic medical center. This position includes evaluation and management of emergency general surgery patients, perioperative care, procedural support, coordination of care across services, and participation in a weekly outpatient clinic focused primarily on postoperative visits and selected new patient evaluations. This role will work 10-hour days (4 per week) and some weekend days required, based on schedule. What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in. Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue! Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more! POSITION SUMMARY: Provides patient care assistance in a clinic or hospital setting in one or more specialized areas under the direction of a primary care physician. POSITION KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: 1. Conducts complex, standardized patient care procedures that require experience and specialized training that would otherwise be performed by a physician but which do not constitute the practice of medicine. 2. Coordinates, directs and implements patient's plan of care. 3. Orders, conducts and interprets pertinent laboratory and diagnostic studies and procedures. 4. Performs physical examinations and provides episodic care or problem-oriented care under the supervision of a physician. 5. Orders appropriate laboratory tests and interprets the laboratory data such as blood and urine samples. 6. Monitors the treatment program of the patient to inform the attending physician of pertinent medical information. 7. Makes medical recommendations and/or referrals. 8. Formulates, implements, and evaluates an outcome-based treatment plan. 9. Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. 10. Facilitates patient education relating to medical processes, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. 11. Collaborates with patients, families, other clinicians, and referral services to assist in the patient's recovery. 12. Other duties as assigned. Ambulatory Clinical Responsibilities Participate in one weekly outpatient EGS clinic session . Evaluate and manage postoperative patients , including wound checks, drain management, staple/suture removal, complication assessment, and medication management. Evaluate selected new patients in collaboration with supervising faculty. Identify patients requiring escalation of care or operative intervention. Ensure appropriate documentation, billing compliance, and care coordination. Procedural Responsibilities Perform bedside procedures within scope of practice and institutional privileging, including but not limited to: Incision and drainage Wound and drain management Maintain procedural competency in accordance with departmental and hospital standards. Administrative & Quality Responsibilities Contribute to efforts to standardize care pathways for common EGS diagnoses across inpatient and outpatient settings. Support documentation accuracy to ensure appropriate coding and quality reporting. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and multidisciplinary meetings. Assist with OR coordination and patient throughput initiatives as needed. CERTIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Nurse Practitioner: Current Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse Current Texas Licensure as an APRN-NP, and specialty certification as required by department Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified Physician Assistant: Current Texas Licensure as a Physician Assistant Current Physician Assistant certification issued by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified Proficient in the use of medical and surgical instruments and equipment required by work. MINIMUM EDUCATION: Nurse Practitioner: Masters in Nursing as NP or master degree in Nursing with completion of a post-master Nurse Practitioner Certification Program. Physician Assistant: Master's degree as Physician Assistant. A Bachelor's degree as a Physician Assistant with at least two years of professional experience in the role is acceptable based on terminal degree requirements at the time of graduation. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None Preferred: 1–3 years of inpatient surgical, acute care surgery, trauma, surgical ICU, or emergency general surgery experience.
UTHealth Houston

Advanced Practice Provider - Ob/Gyn (Memorial City)

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in. The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences is seeking a highly skilled Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our clinical team at the Memorial City location (77024). This advanced practice provider will deliver comprehensive women’s health care with a strong emphasis on gynecology. The ideal candidate will have experience and interest in menopause management and hormone replacement therapy , along with a solid GYN clinical background . Responsibilities will include providing patient-centered care across a range of gynecologic services, supporting menopause and hormonal health needs, and contributing to continuity of care for OB patients as part of the broader care team. This role is well suited for an APP who is passionate about women’s health, values collaborative practice, and is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care. Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue! Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more! POSITION SUMMARY: Provides patient care assistance in a clinic or hospital setting in one or more specialized areas under the direction of a primary care physician. POSITION KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: 1. Conducts complex, standardized patient care procedures that require experience and specialized training that would otherwise be performed by a physician but which do not constitute the practice of medicine. 2. Coordinates, directs and implements patient's plan of care. 3. Orders, conducts and interprets pertinent laboratory and diagnostic studies and procedures. 4. Performs physical examinations and provides episodic care or problem-oriented care under the supervision of a physician. 5. Orders appropriate laboratory tests and interprets the laboratory data such as blood and urine samples. 6. Monitors the treatment program of the patient to inform the attending physician of pertinent medical information. 7. Makes medical recommendations and/or referrals. 8. Formulates, implements, and evaluates an outcome-based treatment plan. 9. Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. 10. Facilitates patient education relating to medical processes, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. 11. Collaborates with patients, families, other clinicians, and referral services to assist in the patient's recovery. 12. Other duties as assigned. CERTIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Nurse Practitioner: Current Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse Current Texas Licensure as an APRN-NP, and specialty certification as required by department Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified Physician Assistant: Current Texas Licensure as a Physician Assistant Current Physician Assistant certification issued by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified Proficient in the use of medical and surgical instruments and equipment required by work. MINIMUM EDUCATION: Nurse Practitioner: Masters in Nursing as NP or master degree in Nursing with completion of a post-master Nurse Practitioner Certification Program. Physician Assistant: Master's degree as Physician Assistant. A Bachelor's degree as a Physician Assistant with at least two years of professional experience in the role is acceptable based on terminal degree requirements at the time of graduation. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None
UTHealth Houston

Advanced Practice Provider - CV Surgery (TMC)

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in. Preferences: Acute Care; Cardio Surgery experience Location: TMC/Bellaire Day Shifts https://med.uth.edu/cvs/ Disaster/Inclement Weather Procedures: Emergency Medicine Advanced Practice Professionals (APPs) and Faculty members are considered essential personnel and may be required to report during unexpected disasters or inclement weather events. This may involve working outside of scheduled hours, being part of a ride out team, or contributing to recovery efforts as needed. Once you join us you won't want to leave. It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue! Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more! POSITION SUMMARY: Provides patient care assistance in a clinic or hospital setting in one or more specialized areas under the direction of a primary care physician. POSITION KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: 1. Conducts complex, standardized patient care procedures that require experience and specialized training that would otherwise be performed by a physician but which do not constitute the practice of medicine. 2. Coordinates, directs and implements patient's plan of care. 3. Orders, conducts and interprets pertinent laboratory and diagnostic studies and procedures. 4. Performs physical examinations and provides episodic care or problem-oriented care under the supervision of a physician. 5. Orders appropriate laboratory tests and interprets the laboratory data such as blood and urine samples. 6. Monitors the treatment program of the patient to inform the attending physician of pertinent medical information. 7. Makes medical recommendations and/or referrals. 8. Formulates, implements, and evaluates an outcome-based treatment plan. 9. Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. 10. Facilitates patient education relating to medical processes, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. 11. Collaborates with patients, families, other clinicians, and referral services to assist in the patient's recovery. 12. Other duties as assigned. CERTIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Nurse Practitioner: Current Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse Current Texas Licensure as an APRN-NP, and specialty certification as required by department Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified Physician Assistant: Current Texas Licensure as a Physician Assistant Current Physician Assistant certification issued by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified Proficient in the use of medical and surgical instruments and equipment required by work. MINIMUM EDUCATION: Nurse Practitioner: Masters in Nursing as NP or master degree in Nursing with completion of a post-master Nurse Practitioner Certification Program. Physician Assistant: Master's degree as Physician Assistant. A Bachelor's degree as a Physician Assistant with at least two years of professional experience in the role is acceptable based on terminal degree requirements at the time of graduation. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None