FNP

COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem focused physical examinations and medical histories.

Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.

Prescribes, recommends and/or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved protocols/policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost.

Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.

Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines and in collaboration with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient’s response to health care provided and the effectiveness of care.

Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of the health illness/condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as food supplements, over the counter medications and herbal remedies.

Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient’s treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/or expertise.

Provide consultation level services for conditions /problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.

Perform invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and competency of the provider as delegated by supervising Physician.

May provide care to a panel of patients in a team based model focusing on acute and chronic illness management, as well as population health.

SKILLS

Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities to include symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.

Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.

Verbal and written communication skills.

Interpersonal skills.

Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills.

Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.

Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans.

Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification.

Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests.

Texas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a state that is party to the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs & Texas APRN.

Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas.

National Nurse Practitioner certification in area of specialty.

QUALIFICATIONS

- EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program

- EXPERIENCE - 1 YEAR FNP

- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

• Nurse Practitioner (NP)
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
• DEA and DOT required.

-LANGUAGES

• English
• Spanish

-INSURABLE FOR PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY

SALARY

100K - 120K per year

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN

Pay: $110,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Medical specialties:

• Primary Care

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• Clinic
• In-person

License/Certification:

• Certified Nurse Practitioner (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $110,000 - $115,000