Pediatric Neurosurgery NP: Advanced Clinical Leader

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid medical premiums for full‑t­

Generous time off (≈37–38 days/year)

Longevity Pay

Retirement/pension plan

Job summary

UTHealth Houston in Texas seeks a Pediatric Surgery Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced nursing care under physician supervision, including patient assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning for surgical patients.

You will order and interpret diagnostic tests, coordinate care, educate patients and families, and collaborate with health care teams to support positive outcomes. RN and NP licensing requirements apply; strong teamwork and clinical skills needed.

Qualifications

• Must hold RN license in Texas or applicable state.
• APRN-NP certification by Texas BON.
• BLS certification by AHA.
• Clinical specialty certification determined by the department.
• Residency requirement in Texas.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

RN license

APRN-NP

BLS

Clinical specialty certification

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing (NP)

Job description

UTHealth Houston in Texas seeks a Pediatric Surgery Nurse Practitioner to provide advanced nursing care under physician supervision, including patient assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning for surgical patients.

You will order and interpret diagnostic tests, coordinate care, educate patients and families, and collaborate with health care teams to support positive outcomes. RN and NP licensing requirements apply; strong teamwork and clinical skills needed.