Nurse Practitioner

Oakridge Medical Center; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakridge Medical Center seeks a full-time Nurse Practitioner based in Plano, TX to provide direct patient care across urgent care, primary care, and preventive services. You will perform comprehensive assessments, diagnose, order tests, and develop evidence-based plans while coordinating with a multidisciplinary team.

You will document encounters in the EMR, support quality improvement, and deliver patient education in a collaborative, patient-centered environment with a commitment to equity and

Qualifications

• Texas NP license and national board certification (FNP/AGNP or equivalent).
• Graduate degree from an NP program (MSN or DNP).
• Clinical experience in primary, urgent, or family practice settings.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, diagnostics, and evidence-based care plans.
• Ability to perform common office-based procedures and prescribe medications.
• Strong communication and counseling skills with a focus on preventive care.
• Comfort using electronic medical records and coordinating care with a team.
• Commitment to equitable, inclusive patient care and cultural responsiveness.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications, or willingness to obtain in timeframe.
• Willingness to work occasional extended hours or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and diagnose acute/chronic conditions.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and develop treatment plans.
• Perform routine procedures within scope of practice and prescribe medications.
• Educate patients and provide counseling on preventive care and wellness.
• Coordinate care with physicians, nurses, and other professionals.
• Document encounters in the EMR and support quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Assessment skills

Diagnostic reasoning

Care plan development

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Equitable care

Wellness focus

EMR proficiency

Education

MSN or DNP

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Company Description

Oakridge Medical Center is a modern, comprehensive healthcare facility committed to providing high-quality, accessible, and personalized medical care in a single, convenient location. The center integrates urgent care, primary care, occupational medicine, advanced diagnostics, preventive services, wellness, and specialized medical care in a patient-focused environment. With experienced medical professionals, advanced technology, and efficient clinical workflows, Oakridge Medical Center delivers coordinated care from diagnosis through treatment and follow-up. The facility serves as a trusted healthcare destination for individuals and families, addressing immediate needs, routine care, chronic disease management, and preventive health in the community.

Role Description

The Nurse Practitioner is a full-time, on-site role based in Plano, TX, providing direct patient care across urgent care, primary care, and preventive services. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting comprehensive patient assessments, diagnosing and managing acute and chronic conditions, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing evidence-based treatment plans. The role involves performing routine procedures within scope of practice, prescribing medications, providing patient education and counseling, and coordinating care with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. The Nurse Practitioner will document clinical encounters in the electronic medical record, support quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to a collaborative, patient-centered care environment.

Qualifications

• Current Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Texas and national board certification (e.g., FNP, AGNP, or equivalent).
• Graduate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program (Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing Practice).
• Clinical experience in primary care, urgent care, or family practice settings, including management of acute and chronic conditions.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and development of evidence-based care plans.
• Ability to perform common office-based procedures appropriate to scope of practice and setting.
• Strong skills in patient communication, education, and counseling, with a focus on preventive care and wellness.
• Comfort with using electronic medical records and modern clinical technology for documentation and care coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team and contribute to efficient clinical workflows.
• Commitment to equitable, inclusive, and culturally responsive patient care.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications, or willingness to obtain within a specified timeframe.
• Willingness to work occasional extended hours or weekends based on patient and clinic needs.