Nurse Practitioner Acute Care - GI-Hepatology (Woodlands) (The Woodlands)

Health eCareers; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Texas is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Acute Care specializing in GI-Hepatology. The role involves providing comprehensive patient care, mentoring staff, and collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes. Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree in Nursing and relevant clinical experience. This full-time position offers opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Two years of RN or NP clinical experience.
• Licensure and certifications including RN, APRN, and prescriptive authority.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive patient care in inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Coordinate care and address ethical concerns with healthcare team.
• Achieve departmental financial targets and engage in professional development.

Skills

Clinical Assessment

Communication

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Nurse Practitioner Acute Care - GI-Hepatology (Woodlands) (The Woodlands)

At Houston Methodist, the Nurse Practitioner Acute Care (NP-AC) provides comprehensive patient care, including diagnosis, treatment, and consultation, in both inpatient and outpatient settings, following the Texas Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies. The role emphasizes compassionate communication, patient education, and may involve conducting physicals, ordering tests, and prescribing medications.

Essential Functions include:

• Leading as a clinical resource, advocating for patients, and mentoring staff.
• Collaborating with healthcare team members to coordinate care and address ethical concerns.
• Promoting a positive work environment and effective communication.

Service and Quality/Safety Functions:

• Coordinating timely, individualized patient care under physician supervision.
• Participating in rounds and improving patient satisfaction and safety protocols.

Financial and Growth/Innovation Functions:

• Achieving departmental financial targets and integrating current research into practice.
• Engaging in professional development and research activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Nursing.
• Two years of RN or NP clinical experience.
• Licensure and certifications including RN, APRN, and prescriptive authority as specified.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proficiency in clinical assessment, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with patients and healthcare teams.

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level.
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Job function: Healthcare Provider.