Nurse Practitioner- Nephrology-Temple

Annual Dialysis Conference; Temple, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO from Day 1

Job summary

Annual Dialysis Conference in Temple, TX seeks a Nurse Practitioner to provide direct patient care in a nephrology specialty clinic. You will assess patients, order tests, prescribe therapies within supervising physician protocol, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes patient counseling, documentation, and ensuring quality outcomes, with a typical schedule Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm, outpatient, with travel to sister clinics; hybrid work model and nephrology

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical examination and documentation standards.
• Ability to order and interpret diagnostic tests per protocol.
• RN licensure in Texas or compact privilege; Texas APRN license required.
• Certification as NP with BLS within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and collect medical histories.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory tests and diagnostics.
• Prescribe therapies within approved protocols, ensuring safety and cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and implement patient treatment plans in collaboration with physicians.
• Counsel patients and families on medications, regimens, and lifestyle changes.
• Maintain accurate medical records and coordinate referrals as needed.
• Provide consultation for conditions related to the specialty and training.
• Deliver care in various settings beyond primary clinic as required.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Computer skills

Outcomes-based planning

Education

Accredited program graduate

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

The NP Medical Specialty is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider who actively renders direct patient care and possesses delegated prescriptive authority, is credentialed and privileged, and whose service is billed as an independent billing provider, as recognized by Medicare and Medicaid within the healthcare systems, and in accordance with the appropriate board. The Advanced Practice Provider provides medical care based upon the scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician. These providers work in a specialty clinic, and may specialize in Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Urology, Nephrology, Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, Allergy and Immunology, Rheumatology or other medical specialty.

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, recommends and/or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.

Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines and in collaboration with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care provided and the effectiveness of care.

Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of the health illness/condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as 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 and/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 competency 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 needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities to include symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures
• Knowledge of principles, 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 that is party to the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs & 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

Schedule-

• Monday - Friday 8a-5p
• Outpatient only
• 16-20 patients per day
• May travel to sister clinic Killeen Hemmingway
• Hybrid position
• 100% virtual with nephrology experience

BENEFITS

• 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

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.