Acute Care Nurse Practitioner- Colon and Rectal

Baylor Scott & White Health; Woodway (TX); On-site; USD 105,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health's NP Surgical Specialty-Operative team seeks a licensed Nurse Practitioner to provide direct patient care in surgical settings. This role includes pre- and post-operative management, prescription authority, and collaboration with surgeons to deliver high-quality care.

You'll work with both adult and pediatric patients across specialties such as general surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, ENT, vascular, and plastics, in a hospital-based environment with emphasis on

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited NP program.
• Experience: 1 year of clinical practice preferred.
• Certification/licensing: Texas NP license, RN license, RN-First Assist, BLS within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients by performing comprehensive history and physical exams.
• Orders and interprets labs and diagnostic tests.
• Prescribes medications and plans treatments per scope.
• Develops and implements patient treatment plans with the care team.
• Counsels patients and families on health, meds, and lifestyle.
• Maintains accurate medical records and coordinates referrals.
• Provides OR assistance as first/second assist per training.
• Supports perioperative care before and after operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Nurse Practitioner license (TX)

RN license with compact privilege

APRNs Certification

Job description

About Us

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.

About Us

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.

About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Hillcrest

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Hillcrest is a full-service community hospital and part of Baylor Scott & White Health, one of the largest not-for-profit healthcare systems in Texas. Serving Waco and surrounding Central Texas communities, the hospital provides comprehensive inpatient, outpatient, surgical, and emergency care across a wide range of specialties, including neurosurgery, urology, sports medicine, and plastic and reconstructive surgery.

Hillcrest serves as a key regional referral center and offers advanced clinical services supported by a broad primary care and specialty network. The hospital is recognized for nursing excellence through Magnet® designation and plays an important role in supporting coordinated care across the region.

About Waco, Texas

Located along the Brazos River between Dallas and Austin, Waco offers a blend of small-town charm and growing urban amenities. The community has a strong academic presence, a diverse economy, and a revitalized downtown district.

Residents enjoy access to outdoor recreation, including parks and trails along the Brazos River, as well as museums, local dining, and cultural attractions. Waco offers a balanced lifestyle with affordability, community connection, and convenient access to major Texas cities.

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.

Schedule

• Monday- Friday 8a-5p
• Outpatient/Inpatient
• ER Consults
• OR/First Assisting
• 12 patients per day
• Needs prior experience
• No call , no weekends
• Must be Acute Care Certified

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

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

Job Summary

The NP Surgical Specialty-Operative is a licensed, certified healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as an independent provider by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. Surgical providers care for adult and pediatric patients. They specialize in General Surgery, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Otolaryngology, Cosmetic, Vascular, Trauma, Transplant, Urology, Plastics, or other surgical specialties.

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, or uses medical drug therapies or related treatments. Performs procedures following approved policies, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.
• Formulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care. Collaborates with physicians and team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to care and its effectiveness.
• Counsels patients and families on medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with 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 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 expertise 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 follow-ups with patients 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 is needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
• Knowledge of practices, 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 in the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs, and 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.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program
• EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -
• 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.