The University of Texas Medical Branch
Advanced Practice Provider, AE General Pediatrics & Urgent Care
The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Texas, United States, 77554
Advanced Practice Provider, AE General Pediatrics & Urgent Care
JOB SUMMARY
Provides advanced practice health care services as well as documentation of services, collaborates with colleagues and clinical director, supervises assigned support staff, participates in quality assurance activities, and demonstrates a commitment to quality health care.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Works independently to full scope of practice in compliance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act with acknowledgement of off-site collaborating physician availability for consultation and collaboration.
Performs individualized history and physical examinations for diverse populations inclusive of social determinants of health.
Orders and interprets diagnostic testing in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.
Diagnoses acute, episodic, and chronic diseases.
Develops a comprehensive plan of care that encompasses evidence-based practice guidelines, practice protocols, Medicare, Medicaid, and other state and federal regulations.
Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
Provides appropriate education for current health diagnoses as well as anticipatory guidance for health promotion and disease prevention applicable to the individual’s health and socioeconomic status.
Monitors plan of care for cost-effectiveness and the achievement of expected improvements, while openly seeking feedback from patients, significant others, colleagues, allied health, appropriate referrals, and collaborating physician to enhance quality outcomes.
Facilitates patient transition within and between health care services to ensure accurate communication among the health care team.
Documents in a timely manner to ensure all services are accurately accounted for and available for review by the interdisciplinary team.
Adheres to internal controls established for department, all requirements for continued licensure, periodic evaluations, and actively seeks input for identifying actions to improve performance and practice outcomes.
Supports population and individual health through the prevention, health promotion and chronic disease management.
Performs related duties as required, including, but not limited to, data collection, staff meetings, preceptor student training, and university-wide compliance/safety training.
Supervision and teaching of students as needed.
REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in nursing or higher with appropriate nurse practitioner certification for patient care in the area of clinical specialization.
Current Texas Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licensure.
No experience required.
PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
PNP (Pediatric Nurse Practitioner) Certification.
One year experience in field commensurate with position.
PROFESSIONAL ROLES – PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Completion of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).
No experience required.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS – PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Licensed Physician Assistant by the Texas Physician Assistant Board/Texas Medical Board (TPAB/TMB).
Current students who have not yet completed their physician assistant program or recent graduates who have not yet obtained their NCCPA certification or TPAB/TMB physician assistant license are eligible to apply for this position. However, official employment is contingent upon the successful completion of an accredited physician assistant program, NCCPA certification and TPAB/TMB physician assistant licensure.
PROFESSIONAL ROLES – NURSE PRACTITIONER EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Completion of a graduate level (or higher) nurse practitioner program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
No experience required.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS – NURSE PRACTITIONER
Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) by the Texas Board of Nursing (TBON).
Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in a nurse practitioner clinical area of specialization by the Texas Board of Nursing (TBON).
Current RNs who have not yet completed their nurse practitioner program or recent graduates who have not yet obtained their ANCC/AANP certification or APRN nurse practitioner license are eligible to apply for this position. However, official employment is contingent upon the successful completion of an accredited nurse practitioner program, ANCC/AANP certification and APRN nurse practitioner licensure.
SALARY Commensurate with Experience
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
LOCATION United States – Texas – Galveston
JOB POSTING Oct 20, 2025
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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Works independently to full scope of practice in compliance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act with acknowledgement of off-site collaborating physician availability for consultation and collaboration.
Performs individualized history and physical examinations for diverse populations inclusive of social determinants of health.
Orders and interprets diagnostic testing in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.
Diagnoses acute, episodic, and chronic diseases.
Develops a comprehensive plan of care that encompasses evidence-based practice guidelines, practice protocols, Medicare, Medicaid, and other state and federal regulations.
Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
Provides appropriate education for current health diagnoses as well as anticipatory guidance for health promotion and disease prevention applicable to the individual’s health and socioeconomic status.
Monitors plan of care for cost-effectiveness and the achievement of expected improvements, while openly seeking feedback from patients, significant others, colleagues, allied health, appropriate referrals, and collaborating physician to enhance quality outcomes.
Facilitates patient transition within and between health care services to ensure accurate communication among the health care team.
Documents in a timely manner to ensure all services are accurately accounted for and available for review by the interdisciplinary team.
Adheres to internal controls established for department, all requirements for continued licensure, periodic evaluations, and actively seeks input for identifying actions to improve performance and practice outcomes.
Supports population and individual health through the prevention, health promotion and chronic disease management.
Performs related duties as required, including, but not limited to, data collection, staff meetings, preceptor student training, and university-wide compliance/safety training.
Supervision and teaching of students as needed.
REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in nursing or higher with appropriate nurse practitioner certification for patient care in the area of clinical specialization.
Current Texas Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licensure.
No experience required.
PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
PNP (Pediatric Nurse Practitioner) Certification.
One year experience in field commensurate with position.
PROFESSIONAL ROLES – PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Completion of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).
No experience required.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS – PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT
Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Licensed Physician Assistant by the Texas Physician Assistant Board/Texas Medical Board (TPAB/TMB).
Current students who have not yet completed their physician assistant program or recent graduates who have not yet obtained their NCCPA certification or TPAB/TMB physician assistant license are eligible to apply for this position. However, official employment is contingent upon the successful completion of an accredited physician assistant program, NCCPA certification and TPAB/TMB physician assistant licensure.
PROFESSIONAL ROLES – NURSE PRACTITIONER EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Completion of a graduate level (or higher) nurse practitioner program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
No experience required.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS – NURSE PRACTITIONER
Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) by the Texas Board of Nursing (TBON).
Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in a nurse practitioner clinical area of specialization by the Texas Board of Nursing (TBON).
Current RNs who have not yet completed their nurse practitioner program or recent graduates who have not yet obtained their ANCC/AANP certification or APRN nurse practitioner license are eligible to apply for this position. However, official employment is contingent upon the successful completion of an accredited nurse practitioner program, ANCC/AANP certification and APRN nurse practitioner licensure.
SALARY Commensurate with Experience
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
LOCATION United States – Texas – Galveston
JOB POSTING Oct 20, 2025
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