Nurse Practitioner- Neurosurgery

Job Summary

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

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 forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved 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, level of experience and training.

Manages patients in healthcare settings other than primary clinics (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, surgical, procedural, etc.)

Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and provider's level of competency as delegated by supervising Physician.

Serves as First assist / Second assist in the operating room and / or procedural setting upon meeting all required training and competencies.

Performs follows-up with patient both pre- and post-operatively. May round on patients in the hospital or see patients in the emergency department.

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 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

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 within 30 days of hire or transfer

Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required.

SCHEDULE

Benefits

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

Note : Benefits may vary based upon position type and / or level

Qualifications

Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Registered Nurse (RN)

RN-First Assist (RNFA)

Basic Life Support (BLS) : Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.