NURSE PRACTITONER

West-Texas-Centers-; Big Spring (TX); Hybrid; USD 110.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

West Texas Centers seeks a motivated Nurse Practitioner (APRN/PA) to deliver integrated physical health services to patients in behavioral health and IDD programs. The role includes in-person care and telehealth, with a strong focus on evidence-based medications, safety, and coordination with behavioral health teams.

The position requires Texas NP licensure (or PA) and a valid Texas RN/NP license for NP candidates, plus driving eligibility and background screening.

Qualifikationen

• Current Texas Nurse Practitioner license (APRN) or PA licensure.
• Current Texas RN/NP license for NP candidates.
• Valid Driver's License with insurability.
• Background check and drug screening.

Aufgaben

• Conduct comprehensive initial and periodic physical health evaluations.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Prescribe and manage medications per guidelines and patient preferences.
• Order, review, and monitor labs, screenings, and diagnostics.
• Provide chronic disease management and routine primary care.
• Develop and monitor individualized treatment plans.

Kenntnisse

Nurse Practitioner

Clinical evaluations

Telehealth

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Ausbildung

Texas NP license

PA licensure (optional)

Jobbeschreibung

West Texas Centers is seeking a highly motivated Nurse Practitioner (APRN/PA) to provide integrated physical health services to children, adolescents, and adults receiving behavioral health and/or IDD services. This position offers a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package, including a health plan, paid holidays, generous personal time off, employee assistance program, and more.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive initial and periodic physical health evaluations.
• Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Prescribe and manage medications using evidence-based guidelines and patient preferences.
• Order, review, and monitor laboratory tests, screenings, and diagnostic studies.
• Provide chronic disease management and routine outpatient primary care.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and monitor patient progress.
• Monitor medication effectiveness, side effects, and potential drug interactions, including interactions with psychiatric medications.
• Coordinate physical health services with behavioral health and IDD treatment teams.
• Provide referrals to specialists and community resources as appropriate.
• Provide patient education and promote shared decision-making.
• Provide clinical consultation and leadership to interdisciplinary treatment teams.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and high-risk case reviews.
• Provide trauma-informed, respectful, and patient-centered care.
• Deliver services in person and through approved telehealth technology.
• Maintain timely and accurate medical records and required documentation.
• Collaborate with the assigned physician supervisor and follow WTC policies, procedures, and formulary requirements.
• Assist with physical health emergencies and provide consultation to staff as needed.

Position Requirements:

• Current Texas Nurse Practitioner (APRN) license or applicable PA licensure.
• Current Texas Registered Nurse/APRN license for Nurse Practitioner candidates.
• Must have and maintain a Valid Driver's License and driving record that is acceptable for insurability through our insurance carrier.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.