Nurse Practitioner- Thomas Street Health Center

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System in Texas is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join our care teams and deliver advanced nursing services across diverse patient populations. You will collaborate with physicians to provide evidence-based care within regulatory scopes.

Requirements include a Texas NP license, completion of an NP program (Family/Geriatric/Pediatric) and restricted prescriptive authority. Bilingual English/Spanish is preferred, and the role offers a flexible schedule with growth opportunities in a

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current, valid license to practice nursing in the State of Texas.
• Completion of an accrediting Nurse Practitioner program (Family, Geriatric or Pediatric).
• Has Limited Prescriptive Authority.
• Basic Life Support from AHA-approved program.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physician to provide NP services within scope.
• Perform medical acts according to the Nurse Practice Act and Medical Practice Act.
• Maintain clear communication with patients and families; bilingual communication preferred.

Skills

Verbal communication

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Nurse Practitioner program

Job description

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Working in collaboration with the attending physician, the nurse practitioner performs medical acts in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, # 301.152, Texas Occupations Code and Medical Practice Act, # 157.051- 157.060.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited school of nursing. Current, valid license to practice nursing in the State of Texas. Completion of an accrediting Nurse Practitioner program (Family, Geriatric or Pediatric). Has Limited Prescriptive Authority.
• Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program.
• Other certificates as required by unit/service.

Special Requirements

• Communication Skills
• Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contract)
• Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking)
• Languages: English/Spanish Preferred
• Writing /Composing (Correspondence/Reports)

Medical Terms

• P.C.

Advanced Education/Training

• Adult, Family, Geriatric or Pediatric Practitioner Program
• Master's Degree in Nursing

Work Schedule

Flexible