NP/PA, Non-Surgical - Nephrology

Cook Children's Health Care System • Fort Worth, TX

80d

About The Position

Functions in collaborative practice with physician(s) in private office setting for medically complex patients. Autonomously performs patient assessment, diagnosis, and intervention according to approved protocols. Supports physician to develop and maintain patients. Collaborates with specialties and maintains continuity of care. Provides office coverage for physician(s) during periods of absence. Prescribes a variety of modalities to meet wellness and illness needs, up to and including hospital admission/discharge and prescriptive authority. Supervises private office clinical personnel as needed.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Nursing as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies.
• Minimum 2 years of pediatric nursing experience or related specialized area strongly preferred for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses.
• Minimum of two years Pediatric primary/specialty or acute care setting experience OR 2 years' experience in related allied health field for Physician Assistants.
• Current Texas professional registered nurse license for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses.
• Current Texas professional advance practice registered nurse license for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses.
• Recognition from the Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners as an Advanced Practice Nurse for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses.
• Certification as Pediatric or Family Practice Nurse Practitioner for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses.
• Current Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.
• Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred for both Advanced Practice Registered Nurses and Physician Assistants.
• Current Texas professional physician assistant license for Physician Assistants.
• Recognition from the Texas State Medical Board as a Physician Assistant for Physician Assistants.
• Certification as a Physician Assistant PA-C required for Physician Assistants.

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians in a private office setting for medically complex patients.
• Perform patient assessment, diagnosis, and intervention autonomously according to approved protocols.
• Support physicians in developing and maintaining patient care.
• Collaborate with specialties to maintain continuity of care.
• Provide office coverage for physicians during their absence.
• Prescribe modalities to meet wellness and illness needs, including hospital admission/discharge.
• Supervise private office clinical personnel as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Master's degree