Nurse Practitioner- Gastro
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: College Station
Posted on: May 12, 2022
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Job Description:
Description - External
Baylor Scott & White Health has an opening for a Nurse Practitioner
to join our Gastro team in College Station, Texas.
Our facilities have national and regional recognition by U.S. News
& World Report - a reflection of our talent and commitment to
advanced quality care that is safe and compassionate.
We are looking for a committed team player with a favorable work/
training history. The ideal candidate should be focused on quality,
and be able to effectively collaborate with referring physicians,
agencies and other professionals to provide optimum patient care
within our award-winning integrated health care system.
About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center -College Station Baylor
Scott & White Medical Center -College Station is a five-story,
135-bed hospital on a 98-acre campus near the intersection of Texas
Highway 6 and Rock Prairie Road. A care clinicoperates adjacent to
the hospital. The medical center is designated a certified Advanced
Primary Stroke Center, a certified Chest Pain Center,and a Level
III Trauma Center. About the CommunityHome to Texas A&M
University, College Station (aka "Aggieland") gets high marks for
quality of life. A low unemployment rate, low property taxes and
housing costs, safe neighborhoods, highly rated public schools,and
access to quality healthcare are a few of the qualities attracting
families to the area. Residents also enjoy more than 1,337 acres of
public parks, a competition-level skate park, and a large outdoor
amphitheater and festival site. Throw in small-town charm with easy
access to the big-city attractions of Dallas, Houston,and San
Antonio, and it'sclear why College Station is one of the most
livable cities in America.
About the CommunityHome to Texas A&M University, College
Station (aka "Aggieland") gets high marks for quality of life. A
low unemployment rate, low property taxes and housing costs, safe
neighborhoods, highly rated public schools,and access to quality
healthcare are a few of the qualities attracting families to the
area. Residents also enjoy more than 1,337 acres of public parks, a
competition-level skate park, and a large outdoor amphitheater and
festival site. Throw in small-town charm with easy access to the
big-city attractions of Dallas, Houston,and San Antonio, and
it'sclear why College Station is one of the most livable cities in
America.
Specialty/Department/Practice - -BSWH Gastro
Shift/Schedule -- -Full Time, M-F 8-5 - Outpatient
Benefits - -Our competitive benefits package includes*:
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.
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 specialty.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE
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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 forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or
performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved
protocols/policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost.
Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health
risks.
Formulates and implements 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. Evaluates patient's response to health
care provided and the effectiveness of care.
Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes,
management of the health illness/condition, medication, nutrition,
and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and
possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as
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 and/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
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
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Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and
treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities to include
symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions,
and preventive health-care measures
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
Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner -in the state
of Texas
Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer
Current certification by the National Commission on Certification
of Physician Assistant (NCCPA)
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Qualifications - External
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
- EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
- - - - - - -Nurse Practitioner (NP)
- - - - - - -Registered Nurse (RN)
- - - - - - -Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS)
within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Qualifications - External
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
- EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
- - - - - - -Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS)
certification within 30 days of hire or transfer.
- - - -Nurse Practitioners -(NP): Must have a NP -license through
the state of TX.QUALIFICATIONS
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Keywords: Baylor Scott & White Health, College Station , Nurse Practitioner- Gastro, Healthcare , College Station, Texas
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