Pediatric Emergency Medicine NP - Academic APN Role

Baylor College of Medicine; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine, in partnership with CHRISTUS Children’s in San Antonio, seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to join the Division of Emergency Medicine. This is a faculty appointment with a competitive salary and full benefits.

The role covers medical history and examinations, ordering labs and imaging, performing procedures, patient and family education, and documenting care. Primary duties include collaboration with attending physicians and attending rounds and policy development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing or Master’s in PA Studies required.
• Current RN license in Texas; Texas APRN-NP or PA license.
• BLS certification.
• PNCB certification.
• DEA registration.
• Strong physical assessment and diagnostic skills; experience in patient and family education and coordination of care.

Responsibilities

• Performs initial and periodic medical history and physical examinations.
• Orders and interprets laboratory and radiographic studies under the attending physician.
• Performs procedures such as wound care, incisions, and ultrasound as indicated.
• Documents all patient encounters in the medical record; maintains patient advocacy.
• Counsels patients and families on physical and mental health issues.
• Attends meetings and contributes to policy development and group objectives.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Patient education

Coordination of care

Critical thinking

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine, in partnership with CHRISTUS Children’s in San Antonio, seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to join the Division of Emergency Medicine. This is a faculty appointment with a competitive salary and full benefits.

The role covers medical history and examinations, ordering labs and imaging, performing procedures, patient and family education, and documenting care. Primary duties include collaboration with attending physicians and attending rounds and policy development.