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Nurse Practitioner - Nocturnist

HealthTexas Provider Network

Location: Plano, Texas
Type: Non-Remote
Posted on: April 21, 2021
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The Specialty Nurse Practitioner evaluates, plans and provides care for patients in consultation with and under direct supervision of attending Physician. The Specialty Nurse Practitioner performs clinical procedures under direction of attending Physician and according to approved protocols, and also initiates and changes patient care based on condition of patient and approval of Physician. In addition, the Specialty Nurse Practitioner obtains medical and personal histories, performs physical exams, educates patients and families, conducts research activities and may develop and maintain an active practice in facilities, where applicable. Work settings can vary from coordination of care for home-based disabled patients, frail home-bound older adults, vulnerable medical and surgical patients recently discharge, as well as care coordination for patients receiving care for both in-patient and outpatient health care services.
The ideal candidate for the Specialty Nurse Practitioner role maintains effective communication with patients, staff and physicians; provides patient care in a competent, professional and courteous manner; and keeps abreast of current research and incorporates relevant findings into specific areas of clinical practice.
§ Specialty/Department/Practice - Nocturnist - Plano
§ Shift/Schedule - Night only: 7on/7off; 6:00pm- 6:00am
§ Benefits – Our competitive benefits package includes*:
ü Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
ü 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
ü Tuition Reimbursement
ü PTO accrual beginning Day 1
*Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
- EXPERIENCE - Minimum/no experience required; 1+ years experience preferred
- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Acute Care Certification
Registered Nurse (RN)
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.