Nurse Practitioner- Gastro -Temple

Baylor Scott & White Health; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Killeen, Texas, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Medical Specialty who will provide direct patient care in specialty clinics. This position requires a current Nurse Practitioner license and prescriptive authority within Texas.

The ideal candidate will assess patient health, interpret diagnostics, and create comprehensive treatment plans. Key skills include assessment, critical thinking, and communication. Benefits include eligibility for health coverage and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Texas.
• Texas RN licensure or compact privilege and Texas APRN.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess the physical and mental condition of patients.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory diagnostic tests.
• Counsel patients and families on medical processes and health promotion.
• Formulate and implement patient treatment plans.

Skills

Assessment skills

Prescriptive authority

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of an Accredited Program

Job description

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8a-5p
Outpatient
14 patients per day

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Nurse Practitioner Medical Specialty is a licensed, certified, non‑physician healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as independent providers by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. These providers work in specialty clinics and may specialize in areas like Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Urology, Nephrology, Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, Allergy and Immunology, Rheumatology, or other medical specialties.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem‑focused physical examinations and medical histories.
• Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health‑care needs.
• Prescribes or recommends medical drug therapies or other therapeutic treatments. Performs procedures following approved protocols, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.
• Formulates and implements patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence‑based medicine, and standards of care. Works with physicians and team members when needed. Evaluates patient’s response to care and its effectiveness.
• Counsels patients and families on medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over‑the‑counter medications, and herbal remedies.
• Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient’s treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.
• Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the provider’s specialty and training.
• Manages patients in a healthcare setting(s) other than primary clinic setting (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, procedural, etc.).
• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and proficiency of the provider as delegated by supervising Physician.
• May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of information and techniques is needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities.
• Knowledge of values, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking and complex problem‑solving skills.
• Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.
• Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes‑based patient treatment plans.
• Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification.
• Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests.
• Texas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a state in the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs, and Texas APRN.
• Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Education: Grad of an Accredited Program.
• Experience: Less than 1 Year of Experience.

Certification / License / Registration

• Nurse Practitioner (NP)
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.