PNP, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - PRN

CHRISTUS St. Vincent; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS St. Vincent seeks an Advanced Nurse Practitioner to assess and treat patients in a clinic setting in Texas. The NP will conduct physicals, diagnose acute illnesses, provide preventive care, and maintain comprehensive patient records.

The role requires Texas RN and APRN licensure, and APN program completion. Excellent communication with diverse patient populations is essential; supportive care teams and mission-driven environment are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing is required.
• APN program NLN accreditation is required or preferred.
• Current Texas RN license and Texas APRN/ NP certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and treat common acute illnesses; provide preventive care.
• Perform physical examinations and health education; maintain accurate records.
• Coordinate care and provide triage direction to clinical staff as needed.
• Follow clinic formulary and participate in care coordination for reimbursement purposes.

Skills

Communication skills

Dexterity for procedures

Electronic health records

Education

Master's degree in Nursing

APN program NLN accredited

Job description

Assesses the physical and psychosocial status of clients by means of interview, health history, physical examination, and diagnostic tests. Interprets data, develops and implements therapeutic plans, and follows through on a continuum of care across the health-illness continuum and life span. Must have preference for working with and assisting people; must be able to handle a variety of situations and effectively communicate with people of diverse backgrounds and education levels. Will be expected to follow policies and procedures and supports the Mission, Vision and Core Values of CHRISTUS Health.

Responsibilities

Provides diagnosis and treatment of common acute illnesses, prevention and maintenance healthcare to patients with stable chronic illnesses, perform physical examinations for patients within prescribed guidelines. Provide health education to patients as required. Maintain accurate records, medication lists, and documentation of care and follow-up for administrative purposes and reimbursement services. Maintains competence in clinical practice, supervises and intervenes with clinical issues and support/directs triage by clinical staff when necessary. Adheres to drug formulary developed by the practice. The NP will be scheduled in the clinic and available to provide patient care services as business needs arise.

Requirements

Education/Skills

• Graduate of a State Board and or NLM accredited school of nursing or equivalent; graduated of a State Board and NLN accredited Advance Nurse Practitioner program; State certification required; National certification preferred; Master's Degree required. Must possess dexterity to operate computers, perform phlebotomies, start IV's, give injections, etc.

Experience

• Advanced Nurse Practitioner experience preferred

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas required, current certification to practice as an Advance Nurse Practitioner in the State of Texas required.
• Certification as a nurse practitioner by the American Nurse Association preferred, but not required.
• American Heart Association BLS - within two (2) weeks of employment.