Baylor Scott & White Health
Nurse Practitioner - Cardiology - Outpatient
Baylor Scott & White Health, Plano, Texas, us, 75086
Nurse Practitioner - Cardiology - Outpatient
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Job Summary
The NP Medical Specialty is a licensed, certified, non‑physician healthcare provider who actively renders direct patient care and possesses delegated prescriptive authority, is credentialed and privileged, and whose service is billed as an independent billing provider, as recognized by Medicare and Medicaid within the healthcare systems, and in accordance with the appropriate board. The Advanced Practice Provider provides medical care based upon the scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician. These providers work in a specialty clinic, and may specialize in Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Urology, Nephrology, Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, Allergy and Immunology, Rheumatology, or other medical specialties.
Schedule
Monday – Friday (No weekends, No call)
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, recommends and/or employs medical drug therapies or other related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost.
Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes‑based patient treatment plans based upon evidence‑based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines, and collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of health conditions, medication, nutrition, and health promotion.
Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient’s treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/or expertise.
Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.
Manages patients in structures other than primary clinic setting such as inpatient, emergency services, procedural, etc.
Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and competency 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 Success Factors
Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities.
Knowledge of principles, 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 RN Compact for RNs and LVNs & Texas APRN.
Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in 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
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.
Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an accredited advanced practice program.
Experience: Less than 1 year of experience.
Certification/License/Registration: Nurse Practitioner (NP), Registered Nurse (RN), BLS within 30 days, other relevant certifications as required.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Location & Salary
Dallas, TX – $90,000.00–$120,000.00 (Posted 8 months ago)
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Job Summary
The NP Medical Specialty is a licensed, certified, non‑physician healthcare provider who actively renders direct patient care and possesses delegated prescriptive authority, is credentialed and privileged, and whose service is billed as an independent billing provider, as recognized by Medicare and Medicaid within the healthcare systems, and in accordance with the appropriate board. The Advanced Practice Provider provides medical care based upon the scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician. These providers work in a specialty clinic, and may specialize in Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Urology, Nephrology, Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, Allergy and Immunology, Rheumatology, or other medical specialties.
Schedule
Monday – Friday (No weekends, No call)
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, recommends and/or employs medical drug therapies or other related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost.
Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes‑based patient treatment plans based upon evidence‑based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines, and collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of health conditions, medication, nutrition, and health promotion.
Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient’s treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/or expertise.
Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.
Manages patients in structures other than primary clinic setting such as inpatient, emergency services, procedural, etc.
Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and competency 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 Success Factors
Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities.
Knowledge of principles, 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 RN Compact for RNs and LVNs & Texas APRN.
Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in 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
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.
Qualifications
Education: Graduate of an accredited advanced practice program.
Experience: Less than 1 year of experience.
Certification/License/Registration: Nurse Practitioner (NP), Registered Nurse (RN), BLS within 30 days, other relevant certifications as required.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Location & Salary
Dallas, TX – $90,000.00–$120,000.00 (Posted 8 months ago)
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