Nurse Practitioner, Acute Care Specialist

3 days ago

Houston, Texas, United States UT Health Science Center Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner, Acute Care Specialist to join our team at UT Health Science Center. As a key member of our Pediatric Palliative Care team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality, patient-centered care to children and families.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct complex patient evaluations and assessments, and provide appropriate treatment, including monitoring and ordering medications.
  • Coordinate, direct, and implement patient care plans, ensuring seamless communication with healthcare teams.
  • Assist in collecting patient histories, screens for co-morbidities, and provides guidance and preventative health care as needed.
  • Perform physical examinations and provide episodic care, or problem-oriented care, under the supervision of a physician.
  • Order appropriate laboratory, diagnostic, and radiographic tests, and interpret results.
  • Monitor treatment programs and inform attending physicians of pertinent medical information.
  • Facilitate patient education on medical processes, medication, nutrition, and health promotion or preventative health care.
  • Assist physicians in formulating therapeutic decisions.
  • Maintain accurate records and prepare charts for review and counter signature by physicians.
  • Prepare and care for supplies and equipment.
  • Respond to emergency situations.
Requirements
  • Current Texas licensure as a Registered Nurse.
  • Current Texas licensure as an APRN-NP.
  • Current specialty certification as required by department, excluding FNP certification unless paired with a post-master's certification in specialty.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certified or specialty certification as required by department.
  • Masters in Nursing as NP or Masters in Nursing with completion of a post-master's Nurse Practitioner Certification Program.
  • Minimum of 1 year experience in Pediatric Palliative Care, Pediatric Hospice, and Palliative Nurse Certification.
What We Offer
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Generous time off and paid holidays.
  • Longevity pay and retirement/pension plan.
  • Free financial and legal counseling, mental health services, and wellness programs.
How to Apply

Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information]. We look forward to reviewing your application and discussing this opportunity with you further.

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