PNP, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - PRN

American Academy of Family Physicians; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Texas is seeking an Advanced Nurse Practitioner for per diem coverage. You will assess patients, diagnose acute illnesses, and manage stable chronic conditions within clinic guidelines.

The role requires delivering health education, maintaining accurate patient records, and supporting triage when needed. Must hold a Texas State NP license with national certification preferred and a Master’s degree in advanced practice nursing.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a State Board and NLN accredited Advanced Nurse Practitioner program.
• State license required; national certification preferred.
• Master's degree required.
• Advanced Nurse Practitioner experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat acute illnesses and manage stable chronic conditions.
• Perform physical examinations and provide health education.
• Maintain records and documentation for reimbursement and administrative purposes.
• Follow clinic policies and support triage by clinical staff when necessary.

Skills

Clinical dexterity

Effective communication

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Advanced Nurse Practitioner

State NP license (TX)

National certification preferred

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

Description

Summary

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.
• PALS
• NRP
• ACLS certification recommended.

Work Schedule

PRN

Work Type

Per Diem As Needed