Nurse Practitioner- Ortho Spine-Waco

Baylor Scott & White Health LLC; Woodway (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

PTO accrual starting Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join the Spine Team in Waco, TX. The role emphasizes collaboration with referring physicians, agencies, and other professionals to deliver high-quality patient care within a leading integrated health system.

The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive outpatient care, perform or coordinate pre- and post-operative management, and support evidence-based practices across the spine program. Texas NP licensure and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (NP track).
• Less than 1 year of experience.
• NP, RN, and BLS within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients with comprehensive examinations and medical histories.
• Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests to assess health needs.
• Prescribes and manages therapies in line with policies, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Patient counseling

Clinical documentation

Education

Graduate of an accredited program

Job description

Job Summary: Baylor Scott & White Health has an opening for a Nurse Practitioner to join our Spine Team in Waco, Texas. Our facilities have national and regional recognition by U.S. News & World Report. We are looking for a committed team player with a favorable work/training history. The ideal candidate should be focused on quality, and be able to effectively collaborate with referring physicians, agencies, and other professionals to provide optimum patient care within our award‑winning integrated healthcare system.

Belonging Statement

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

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

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 in accordance with approved 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.
• 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, level of experience and training.
• Manages patients in a healthcare setting other than the primary clinic setting (e.g., inpatient, emergency services).
• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and provider’s level of competency as delegated by supervising Physician.
• Performs follow‑up with patient both pre‑ and post‑operatively, and may also round on patients in the hospital or see patients in the Emergency Department.
• 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 including 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 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Outpatient.
• 20 patients per day.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited program.
• Experience: Less than 1 year of experience.
• Certification/License/Registration: Nurse Practitioner (NP), Registered Nurse (RN), Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.