Nurse Practitioner with 2 years subspecialty experience.

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

We are looking for a Nurse Practitioner with at least two years of experience to work independently under the supervision of one physician in clinic setting. (GI Experience or preferred) You will apply medical techniques and principles and deal with a diverse set of patients offering them care in a clinic setting in the field of gastroenterology 5 days per week in a clinic setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients
• Issue appropriate prescriptions
• Acquire and review patient histories
• Monitor patients progress, order labs, diagnostic tests and procedures
• Follow up on results and communicate effectively with patients
• Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for the patients
• Comply strictly with medical care regulations and safety standards
• Collaborate effectively with team members

Position Key Accountabilities :

1. Performs relevant patient assessments and physical examinations.

2. Coordinates, directs, and implements patients plan of care.

3. Orders, conducts, and interprets pertinent laboratory and diagnostic studies and procedures.

4. Makes medical recommendations and / or referrals.

5. Formulates, implements, and evaluates an outcome-based treatment plan.

6. Maintains appropriate records detailing the patients treatment plans and outcomes.

7. Facilitates patient education relating to medical processes, medication, nutrition, and health promotion.

8. Collaborates with patients, families, other clinicians, and referral services to assist in the patients recovery.

9. Other duties as assigned.

Certification / Skills :

Current Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse

Current Texas Licensure as an APRN-NP, and specialty certification as required by department

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified

Minimum Education :

Masters in Nursing as NP or Masters degree in Nursing with completion of a post-masters Nurse Practitioner Certification Program.

Physical Requirements :

Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and / or up to 20 pounds frequently and / or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.