Pediatric Neurosurgery NP-AC: Acute Care Expert

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical premiums

Generous time off (vacation/sick)

Longevity Pay

Retirement/pension plan

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

UTHealth Houston is seeking a Pediatric Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner-AC to deliver advanced, family-centered care to pediatric patients with neurosurgical conditions. The NP will work with neurosurgeons and an interdisciplinary team across the care continuum, including perioperative care, follow-up, and education.

The role requires an NP with Texas licensure as RN and APRN, BLS, and department-specific certifications.

Qualifications

• RN licensure required by Texas BON or NLC
• APRN-NP required by Texas BON
• BLS certification required by AHA
• Clinical specialty certification determined by the department
• Minimum education: Master's in Nursing as NP; post-master NP certification required

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced nursing care for complex acute, critical, and/or chronic conditions.
• Conducts patient evaluations, monitors, and orders meds under physician supervision.
• Coordinates and implements patient care plans with multidisciplinary team.
• Provides patient/family education and care coordination.
• Responds to emergencies and maintains accurate medical records.

Skills

RN Licensure

APRN-NP

BLS

Education

Master's degree in Nursing (NP)

Post-master NP certification program

Job description

UTHealth Houston is seeking a Pediatric Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner-AC to deliver advanced, family-centered care to pediatric patients with neurosurgical conditions. The NP will work with neurosurgeons and an interdisciplinary team across the care continuum, including perioperative care, follow-up, and education.

The role requires an NP with Texas licensure as RN and APRN, BLS, and department-specific certifications.