Acute Care Nurse Practitioner | Trauma & Critical Care

Memorial Hermann Health System; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System seeks an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive patient care from assessment through follow-up, within the Texas Nurse Practice Act and system standards.

The role emphasizes collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, advanced nursing interventions, and leadership in evidence-based care. Texas NP licensure and certifications are required, with Master’s degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years clinical nursing experience in area of intended practice.
• Graduate of an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the State of Texas if trauma practice.

Responsibilities

• Provides assessment, triage and therapeutic management of patient/family needs within a interdisciplinary team.
• Obtains medical histories, performs physical exams, reviews tests and formulates treatment plans.
• Performs interventions and participates in rounds with the care team.
• Updates guidelines and protocols; participates in research and teaching projects.
• Educates patients and families on care and resources; contributes to process and outcomes improvement.
• Ensures safe care and adherence to policies; manages time, supplies and quality of service.
• Supports professional growth; acts as preceptor and mentor to staff.
• Demonstrates compassionate, personalized experiences for every community member.

Skills

Clinical nursing experience

Education

Graduate of Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the State of Texas

Master of Nursing preferred

Job description

Memorial Hermann Health System seeks an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to provide comprehensive patient care from assessment through follow-up, within the Texas Nurse Practice Act and system standards.

The role emphasizes collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, advanced nursing interventions, and leadership in evidence-based care. Texas NP licensure and certifications are required, with Master’s degree preferred.