Instructor - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Women In Science; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX seeks qualified Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants to provide advanced patient care in a clinical specialty under physician supervision.

The role involves obtaining detailed histories, performing physical examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostics, writing orders and progress notes, and collaborating with families and other providers to deliver high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing with acute care certification (NP).
• Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies (PA).
• Texas licensure as NP/APRN or PA is required.
• Acute care certification (CPNP-AC) for NPs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced patient care in a clinical setting under physician supervision.
• Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic procedures.
• Prescribe pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
• Maintain records, write orders and progress notes, and document care.
• Coordinate with families and other providers for care management.

Skills

RN licensure Texas

APRN license

PA licensure Texas

PALS certification

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Acute Care Certification (CPNP-AC)

Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine

Houston, TX

Job Purpose

Provides advanced patient care to patients in a clinical setting in an area of specialization under the direction of a physician.

Job Duties

• Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.
• Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.
• Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.
• Maintain records and write orders and progress notes in patient charts as to status, treatments, and procedures.
• Monitors and ensures accuracy of recording on patient medical records.
• Provide follow-up health maintenance care to patients in accordance with protocols established with the supervising physician.
• Communicate with physicians, patients, and the family members of patients concerning patient care.
• Collaborates with providers, and practice staff in identifying appropriate patients for care management.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• For Nurse Practitioners: Master's degree in Nursing. Acute Care Certification (CPNP-AC) required.
• For Physician Assistants: Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies. NOTE:
• Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies accepted based on terminal degree requirements at the time of graduation.

Experience Required

None required, though preferred.

Certification/Licenses/Registration

• For Nurse Practitioner: Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas Board of Nursing. Current Texas Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN), and acute care certification (CPNP-AC) required.
• For Physician Assistant: Current license as a Physician Assistant by the State of Texas Physician Assistant Board. Specialty certification as required by department.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications

Work Authorization Requirement

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.