Acute Care Nurse Practitioner- Palliative Care- Marble Falls

Baylor Scott & White Health

Marble Falls (TX)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 115,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Immediate health and welfare benefits

401(k) savings plan with match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner at their Marble Falls location. This role involves assessing patient conditions, developing treatment plans, and providing comprehensive healthcare in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate should possess a current Texas RN license and have a minimum of 1 year of experience. Benefits include health coverage, a 401(k) match, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

1+ years of experience as Nurse Practitioner or Registered Nurse.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire.
Texas Nurse Practitioner license required.

Responsibilities

Assess physical and mental conditions of patients.
Order and evaluate lab and diagnostic tests.
Formulate and implement treatment plans.
Counsel patients about health management.

Skills

Verbal and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills

Ability to develop and implement treatment plans

Ability to interpret and evaluate diagnostic tests

Education

Graduate of an Accredited Program

Current Texas RN licensure or Compact Privilege

Tools

Computers and related software applications

Job description

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.

Core Values

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.

About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center

Marble Falls Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Marble Falls is a 46‑bed, full‑service hospital with a Level IV Trauma designation. The 188,000 square‑foot facility offers a wide network of medical and surgical services and a team of caregivers that provides comprehensive, personalized, quality healthcare. A specialty care clinic operates adjacent to the hospital.

About the Community

Nestled in the heart of Texas Hill Country, Marble Falls is only 45 miles northwest of Austin. Despite its modest size (pop. 6,514), the city has gained recognition as a Certified Film Friendly Community by the Texas Film Commission and is surrounded by a profusion of award‑winning wineries. Situated on a chain of seven beautiful lakes, Marble Falls offers every type of lake sport. Shoppers and antique lovers will appreciate its Main Street District, peppered with charming antique shops, gift and clothing boutiques, and local restaurants.

Essential Functions of the Role

Assess the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem‑focused physical examinations and medical histories.
Order, collect, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
Prescribe, recommend, and/or employ medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or perform indicated procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost.
Recommend interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.
Formulate and implement 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.
Evaluate patient's response to health care provided and the effectiveness of care.
Counsel patients and families regarding medical processes, management of the health illness/condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion.
Counsel patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as food supplements, over‑the‑counter medications and herbal remedies.
Maintain appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes.
Initiate timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/or expertise.
Provide consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider's specialty and training.
Manage patients in a healthcare setting(s) other than primary clinic setting (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, procedural, etc.).
Perform invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and competency of the provider as delegated by supervising Physician.
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 (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required.

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