Nurse Practitioner Acute Care

Panoramic Health; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual performance bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Generous PTO

CME allowance and time

Travel allowance

Malpractice insurance coverage

Credentialing support

Nephrology training

Research opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Houston Kidney Specialists Center (HKSC) is seeking an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join our nephrology team in the Houston area.

The role emphasizes collaboration with nephrologists, patient education, and care planning across inpatient and outpatient settings, with mentoring and specialized nephrology training available.

Bilingual Spanish/English candidates are preferred; AGACNP or FNP with Adult Gerontology certification is required and Texas NP license is needed.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification (AGACNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with Adult Gerontology certification.
• Active Texas Nurse Practitioner license or eligibility to obtain.
• Minimum of one year of Nurse Practitioner experience.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and care management skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Nephrology or dialysis experience preferred, but not required.
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with acute and chronic kidney disease.
• Collaborate closely with nephrologists and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Develop and implement treatment plans to improve patient outcomes.
• Provide patient education regarding kidney health, treatment options, and disease management.
• Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently within the EMR.
• Participate in care coordination across outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Manage a small subset of dialysis patients as part of the practice's comprehensive care model.

Skills

AGACNP Certification

FNP with Adult Gerontology

Texas NP License

Clinical Assessment

Communication & Collaboration

Bilingual Spanish/English

Nephrology Experience

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing

Job description

Join Houston Kidney Specialists Center (HKSC) as an Acute Nurse Practitioner

Houston Kidney Specialists Center (HKSC) is a growing, physician‑led nephrology practice dedicated to delivering exceptional kidney care throughout the greater Houston area. With multiple state‑of‑the‑art clinic locations and a team of experienced nephrologists, HKSC provides comprehensive care for patients with chronic kidney disease, hypertension, dialysis needs, and related conditions.

As part of the Panoramic Health network, our providers are empowered with the resources, support, and clinical collaboration needed to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes while maintaining a rewarding work‑life balance.

We are seeking a Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join our collaborative nephrology team. Whether you are an experienced nephrology provider or looking to expand your expertise into a highly specialized field, we offer comprehensive training and mentorship to help you succeed.

Bilingual Spanish‑speaking candidates.

You must be an AGACNP or FNP with Adult Gerontology certification for consideration. Experience as an NP is preferred, but not required.

What You’ll Do

• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with acute and chronic kidney disease
• Collaborate closely with nephrologists and interdisciplinary care teams
• Develop and implement treatment plans to improve patient outcomes
• Provide patient education regarding kidney health, treatment options, and disease management
• Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently within the EMR
• Participate in care coordination across outpatient and inpatient settings
• Manage a small subset of dialysis patients as part of the practice's comprehensive care model

Schedule

• Monday‑Friday
• Daytime schedule
• Primarily office and inpatient‑based care
• No routine weekend coverage

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited program
• Current Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification (AGACNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) with Adult Gerontology certification
• Active Texas Nurse Practitioner license or eligibility to obtain
• Minimum of one year of Nurse Practitioner experience
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and care management skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Commitment to delivering high‑quality, patient‑centered care
• Nephrology or dialysis experience preferred, but not required
• Bilingual Spanish/English preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary
• Annual performance bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• CME allowance and paid CME time
• Travel allowance
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• License renewal and credentialing support
• Structured onboarding and nephrology training
• Opportunities for future clinical research participation, if desired
• Collaborative and supportive provider culture

Why HKSC?

At Houston Kidney Specialists Center, you'll join a team committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate patient care. Our mission aligns with the quadruple aim.

• Better patient outcomes
• Better clinician experience
• Lower cost of care
• Improved population health

Equal Opportunity Employer

Houston Kidney Specialists Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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