Baylor Scott & White Health
Nurse Practitioner NP Urgent Care
Baylor Scott & White Health, Southlake, Texas, United States, 76092
Overview
Join Our Award-Winning Team at Baylor Scott & White Health. We are seeking an urgent care focused Nurse Practitioner to join our Urgent Care Team in the DFW area. The Nurse Practitioner (NP) Urgent Care is a licensed, certified healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. They typically care for patients in urgent or convenient care clinics. Key Responsibilities
Assess the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories. Order, collect, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs. Prescribe, recommend and/or employ medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures in accordance with approved policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks. Formulate and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines and in collaboration with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when appropriate. Evaluate patient’s response to health care provided and the effectiveness of care. Counsel patients and families regarding medical processes, management of the health illness/condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsel patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as food supplements, over the counter medications and herbal remedies. Maintain appropriate records detailing the patient’s treatment plans and outcomes. Initiate timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/or expertise. Provide consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training. Perform invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and provider’s level of expertise as delegated by supervising Physician. May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department. Key Success Factors
Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities, including symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures. Knowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions. Verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills. Skill in the use of computers and related software applications. 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 state that is party to the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs & Texas APRN. Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas. Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer. Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required. Benefits
Our 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: Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
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Join Our Award-Winning Team at Baylor Scott & White Health. We are seeking an urgent care focused Nurse Practitioner to join our Urgent Care Team in the DFW area. The Nurse Practitioner (NP) Urgent Care is a licensed, certified healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. They typically care for patients in urgent or convenient care clinics. Key Responsibilities
Assess the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories. Order, collect, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs. Prescribe, recommend and/or employ medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures in accordance with approved policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks. Formulate and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines and in collaboration with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when appropriate. Evaluate patient’s response to health care provided and the effectiveness of care. Counsel patients and families regarding medical processes, management of the health illness/condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsel patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as food supplements, over the counter medications and herbal remedies. Maintain appropriate records detailing the patient’s treatment plans and outcomes. Initiate timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/or expertise. Provide consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training. Perform invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and provider’s level of expertise as delegated by supervising Physician. May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department. Key Success Factors
Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities, including symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures. Knowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions. Verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills. Skill in the use of computers and related software applications. 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 state that is party to the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs & Texas APRN. Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas. Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer. Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required. Benefits
Our 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: Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
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