Acute Care NP: Clinician Leader in Patient Care

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist seeks a Nurse Practitioner – Acute Care (ACLS) to deliver high-quality, evidence-based patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings. The role requires TX NP/ACLS credentials, nursing licensure, and active collaboration with the care team.

The NP will assess, diagnose, treat, and manage patient care under physician supervision, advocating for patient safety and education. On-call and travel may be required as per unit needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited nursing school and graduate from an accredited NP program.
• Two years RN or APN clinical experience.
• Texas RN licensure and APRN Acute Care licensure with associated certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagnosis, treatment and consultation with patients in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Collaborate with physicians and interprofessional care team to plan/coordinate patient care.
• Educate patients on preventative care and prescribed treatments.
• Order tests and prescribe medications as appropriate.
• Lead clinical care and contribute to safety and quality improvement.

Skills

Clinical assessment

English proficiency

Communication

Time management

Critical thinking

Autonomy

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

Houston Methodist seeks a Nurse Practitioner – Acute Care (ACLS) to deliver high-quality, evidence-based patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings. The role requires TX NP/ACLS credentials, nursing licensure, and active collaboration with the care team.

The NP will assess, diagnose, treat, and manage patient care under physician supervision, advocating for patient safety and education. On-call and travel may be required as per unit needs.