Critical Care NP/PA Instructor — Day Shift

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to deliver high-quality critical care under physician supervision in the Surgical Critical Care service. The role is faculty Instructor with full benefits and clinical responsibilities supporting patient care and education.

Responsibilities include performing exams, ordering diagnostics, placing central lines, documenting in EPIC, and mentoring PA/NP students and residents while promoting a collaborative, team-based

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program or Master's degree in Nursing.
• Licensed as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (APRN-NP) in the State of Texas.
• Board certification by appropriate certifying organization.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.
• Formulate assessments and plans and evaluate the patient response to care.
• Order and interpret diagnostic procedures (x-rays, ECGs, labs, MR and CT imaging).
• Place central lines and midlines.
• Prescribe appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation in the EPIC system.
• Provide guidance and work direction to support staff (nurses, medical assistants, unit managers).
• Communicate with physicians, patients, and family members about care.
• Mentor PA/NP students, medical students, and residents assigned to the service.
• Promote a positive, team-based work environment.

Education

Master's degree in Physician Assistant Program

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to deliver high-quality critical care under physician supervision in the Surgical Critical Care service. The role is faculty Instructor with full benefits and clinical responsibilities supporting patient care and education.

Responsibilities include performing exams, ordering diagnostics, placing central lines, documenting in EPIC, and mentoring PA/NP students and residents while promoting a collaborative, team-based