Nurse Practitioner with 2 years subspecialty experience

Gastroenterology Clinic; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Houston is seeking a Nurse Practitioner with a focus on gastroenterology. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience, Texas Licensure, and will work independently under the supervision of a physician. Responsibilities include assessing patients, issuing prescriptions, and ensuring compliance with medical regulations. Competitive benefits such as health insurance and 401(k) matching are offered.

Qualifications

• At least two years of experience in a clinic setting.
• Current Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse and APRN-NP.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and issue appropriate prescriptions.
• Monitor patients’ progress and order diagnostic tests.
• Collaborate effectively with team members.

Skills

Patient assessment

Communication skills

Collaboration

Medical care regulations compliance

Education

Masters in Nursing as NP

Completion of post-masters Nurse Practitioner Certification Program

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

We are looking for a Nurse Practitioner with at least two years of experience to work independently under the supervision of one physician in a clinic setting. (GI Experience or preferred). You will apply medical techniques and principles and deal with a diverse set of patients offering them care in a clinic setting in the field of gastroenterology 5 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients
• Issue appropriate prescriptions
• Acquire and review patient histories
• Monitor patients’ progress, order labs, diagnostic tests and procedures
• Follow up on results and communicate effectively with patients
• Cultivate a climate of trust and compassion for the patients
• Comply strictly with medical care regulations and safety standards
• Collaborate effectively with team members

Position Key Accountabilities

1. Performs relevant patient assessments and physical examinations.
2. Coordinates, directs, and implements patient’s plan of care.
3. Orders, conducts, and interprets pertinent laboratory and diagnostic studies and procedures.
4. Makes medical recommendations and/or referrals.
5. Formulates, implements, and evaluates an outcome-based treatment plan.
6. Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient’s treatment plans and outcomes.
7. Facilitates patient education relating to medical processes, medication, nutrition, and health promotion.
8. Collaborates with patients, families, other clinicians, and referral services to assist in the patient’s recovery.
9. Other duties as assigned.

Certification/Skills

Current Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse, Current Texas Licensure as an APRN-NP, and specialty certification as required by department. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified.

Minimum Education

Masters in Nursing as NP or Masters degree in Nursing with completion of a post-masters Nurse Practitioner Certification Program.

Physical Requirements

Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.