Baylor Scott & White Health
Nurse Practitioner Headache Medical Specialty Clinic Dallas
Baylor Scott & White Health, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Nurse Practitioner Headache Medical Specialty Clinic Dallas
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Here 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. Job Summary
The Nurse Practitioner Medical Specialty is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as independent providers by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. These providers work in specialty clinics and may specialize in areas like Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Urology, Nephrology, Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, Allergy and Immunology, Rheumatology, or other medical specialties. 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 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. Formulates and implements patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care. Works with physicians and team members when needed. Evaluates patient's response to care and its effectiveness. Counsels patients and families on 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. Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice 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 proficiency 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 Qualifications & Success Factors
Knowledge of information and techniques to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities, including symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures. Knowledge of diagnostic and rehabilitation methods for physical and mental dysfunctions. Verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency with computers and related software; 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 Nurse Licensure Compact state, and Texas APRN; current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Texas. Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer; board-certification as an APRN for the patient population of focus. Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve. Qualifications
EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience Certifications / Licenses
Nurse Practitioner (NP) Registered Nurse (RN) Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level.
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Join to apply for the
Nurse Practitioner Headache Medical Specialty Clinic Dallas
role at
Baylor Scott & White Health About Us
Here 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. Job Summary
The Nurse Practitioner Medical Specialty is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as independent providers by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. These providers work in specialty clinics and may specialize in areas like Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Urology, Nephrology, Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, Allergy and Immunology, Rheumatology, or other medical specialties. 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 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. Formulates and implements patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care. Works with physicians and team members when needed. Evaluates patient's response to care and its effectiveness. Counsels patients and families on 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. Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice 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 proficiency 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 Qualifications & Success Factors
Knowledge of information and techniques to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities, including symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures. Knowledge of diagnostic and rehabilitation methods for physical and mental dysfunctions. Verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency with computers and related software; 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 Nurse Licensure Compact state, and Texas APRN; current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Texas. Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer; board-certification as an APRN for the patient population of focus. Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve. Qualifications
EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience Certifications / Licenses
Nurse Practitioner (NP) Registered Nurse (RN) Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level.
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