Nurse Practitioner PRN

POSITION

SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as a

member of a healthcare team that provides primary and / or

specialized healthcare including preventive care and ongoing health

maintenance for selected groups of patients. Functions in a variety

of settings, ranging from ambulatory to inpatient. Participates in

the care of well, acutely ill and chronically ill

patients.

EDUCATION

Registered Professional Nurse who is prepared for advanced nursing

practice by virtue of knowledge and skills obtained through an

accredited post-basic or advanced educational program of study

acceptable to the Board of Nurse Examiners. A Master's degree in

nursing is preferred. Must be a participating Medicare provider or

eligible to obtain a Medicare provider number. Three years of

nursing experience is preferred.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

Must

be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in Texas and

credentialed by the State to practice as an Advanced Nurse

Practitioner. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance

with Medical-Dental staff bylaws. Providers practicing in an acute

care environment must obtain AHA ACLS certification or advanced

specialty equivalent as defined by the UMA Credentials Committee

within 90 days of hire. Prescriptive authority is required. A valid

DEA number must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Certification

by a national nursing body is recommended.