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Baylor College of Medicine

Assistant Professor - Nurse Practitioner

Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246


Division: Orthopedic Surgery

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Location: Houston, TX

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FLSA Status: Exempt

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Summary

The Department of Orthopedic Surgery is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider Instructor - Nurse Practitioner. The Instructor - Nurse Practitioner will provide advanced nursing care to patients in a clinical setting in an area of Orthopedic Surgery under the direction of a physician at BCM and BSLMC in the Texas Medical Center.

Job Purpose

Provides advanced nursing care to patients in a clinical setting in an area of specialization under the direction of a physician.

Job Duties

Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.Maintain records and write orders and progress notes in patient charts as to status, treatments, and procedures.Monitors and ensures accuracy of recording on patient medical records.Provide follow-up health maintenance care to patients in accordance with protocols established with the supervising physician.Communicate with physicians, patients, and the family members of patients concerning patient care.Collaborates with providers, and practice staff in identifying appropriate patients for care management.Perform other job related duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications

Education Required: Master's degree in in Nursing.Experience Required: None required.Certification/Licenses/Registration: Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas Board of Nursing. Current Texas Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN-NP), and specialty certification as required by department. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Requisition ID: 20861