Nurse Practitioner, NNP Acute Care Specialist

4 weeks ago


Houston, Texas, United States UT Health Science Center Full time
Pediatrics Neonatology Nurse Practitioner Opportunity

UTHealth Houston is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Nurse Practitioner, NNP Acute Care to join our team at Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital. As a key member of our pediatric acute care team, you will provide exceptional patient care and contribute to the advancement of healthcare education and innovation.



Job Summary:

The Nurse Practitioner, NNP Acute Care will provide advanced nursing care to patients with complex acute, critical, and/or chronic health conditions in a clinic or hospital setting. This role requires a strong foundation in pediatric acute care, with a focus on providing high-quality patient care and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes.



Responsibilities:
  • Conducts complex patient evaluations and assessments, and provides appropriate treatment, including monitoring and ordering medications.
  • Coordinates, directs, and implements patient care plans, working closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
  • Assists in collecting patient histories, screens for co-morbidities, and provides guidance and preventative health care as needed.
  • Performs physical examinations and provides episodic care, or problem-oriented care, under the supervision of a physician.
  • Orders appropriate laboratory, diagnostic, and radiographic tests, and interprets results.
  • Monitors treatment programs and informs attending physicians of pertinent medical information.
  • Facilitates patient education on medical processes, medication, nutrition, and health promotion or preventative health care.
  • Assists physicians in formulating therapeutic decisions.
  • Maintains accurate records and prepares charts for review and counter signature by physicians.
  • Prepares and cares for supplies and equipment.
  • Responds to emergency situations.
  • Performs within the scope of practice prescribed by licensure and certification.


Requirements:

To be considered for this role, you must have a Master's degree in Nursing as an NP or a Master's degree in Nursing with completion of a post-masters Nurse Practitioner Certification Program. Current Texas licensure as a Registered Nurse and APRN-NP is also required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is a plus.



Why Join Us?

At UTHealth Houston, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including 100% paid medical premiums for full-time employees, generous time off, and a long-term retirement/pension plan. We also provide opportunities for professional growth and development, including ongoing education and training. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and advancing healthcare education and innovation.



Apply Today

If you are a motivated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner, NNP Acute Care, with a passion for pediatric acute care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to our website.



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