Pediatric Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner Instructor

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

Job summary

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX invites applications for an instructor-nurse practitioner in Pediatrics - Palliative Care. The NP provides developmentally appropriate palliative services in inpatient and ambulatory settings, collaborating with the health care team under established protocols.

The role emphasizes independent and interdependent clinical responsibilities, education, research, and evaluation of practice within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing is required.
• TX Board of Nursing APRN license is required (PNP/ACPNP/FNP).
• Minimum 1 year RN experience in hospital, outpatient or hospice settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide age-appropriate palliative care for neonate to adult.
• Collect and evaluate health data to support palliative interventions.
• Demonstrate effective communication and work to eliminate barriers.
• Participate in departmental quality, education and safety initiatives.
• Continuously apply new nursing knowledge to clinical practice.
• Demonstrate NP role behaviors aligned with advanced nursing practice.

Skills

Communication skills

Palliative care

Inpatient care

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Job description

Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, TX invites applications for an instructor-nurse practitioner in Pediatrics - Palliative Care. The NP provides developmentally appropriate palliative services in inpatient and ambulatory settings, collaborating with the health care team under established protocols.

The role emphasizes independent and interdependent clinical responsibilities, education, research, and evaluation of practice within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.