Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Intensivist Medicine
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Dallas
Posted on: October 31, 2024
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Job Description:
HTPN Pulmonary and Critical Care is seeking anexperienced Acute
Care Nurse Practitioner to join their practice at Baylor University
Medical Center in Dallas, where intensive care medicine is
provided.JOB SUMMARYThe position requires a strong focus on patient
care and service. This job entailsthe APP to independently perform
a variety of procedures. Individuals who are self-motivated,
hardworking, detail oriented, and adhere to clinical protocols are
encouraged to apply. The ideal candidate will provide patient care
in a competent, professional, and courteous manner, and will
maintain effective communication with patients, hospital staff, and
Attendings. The APP will practice in close collaboration with the
intensivists in the group, who will provide continuing education in
the evaluation and management of ICU patients.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLEAssesses 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 patients 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 patients treatment plans and outcomes.
Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds
scope of practice and/or expertise.Provides consultation level
services for conditions/problems related to the Providers specialty
and training.Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of
practice (and competency of the provider) as delegated by
supervising Physician.May conduct hospital rounds, assist with
admissions and discharges, and provide on-call
support.Shift/Schedule: 12 hour rotating shifts / Days
BENEFITS
Our competitive benefits package includes the followingImmediate
eligibility for health and welfare benefits401(k) savings plan with
dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%Tuition ReimbursementNote: Benefits
may vary based upon position type and/or level
QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program must have
AGACNPInpatient experience
Keywords: Baylor Scott & White Health, Waco , Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Intensivist Medicine, Healthcare , Dallas, Texas
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