Nurse Practitioner - PRN - East Texas

Texas A&M • Crockett, TX

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About The Position

Are you a dedicated Family Nurse Practitioner looking for a flexible and impactful role? Join the College of Nursing team and provide direct care in our managed clinics across various locations. This part time PRN position offers the opportunity to serve in an "as needed" capacity, allowing you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients while enjoying the flexibility you need. If you're passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to our mission, we encourage you to apply today! As one of t h e fastest-growing academic h ealt h centers in t h e nation, Texas A&M H ealt h encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working toget h er to improve h ealt h t h roug h transformative education, innovative researc h and team-based h ealt h care delivery.

Requirements

• Master of Science degree in nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience
• One year directly related experience serving as a family nurse practitioner
• Requires an active license as a Registered Nurse and as an Advance Practice Registered Nurse, Family Nurse Practitioner, in the state of Texas with prescriptive authority and national board certification as a family nurse practitioner
• At least five years of clinical nursing experience is required
• American Heart Association - Basic Life Support Certificate
• Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and electronic health records, some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications
• Knowledge of standard nursing procedures and techniques
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to use and manage an Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system

Nice To Haves

• Experience in health professions education is preferred
• Familiarity with electronic health records

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, evaluations, and treatment in accordance with Professional Nursing Standards, maintaining the highest standards of nursing practice.
• Participates in reflective practice and provides preventative education to patients as needed.
• Uses the health care team approach to triage patients, conduct physical assessments, administer medication and therapy, and evaluate and report patient progress.
• Drives to schools and homes of patients participating in the clinic to provide vital services in a University vehicle.
• Operates and maintains the clinic, including inventory and requisition of medical supplies, medications, and equipment, ensuring sterilization of instruments/supplies.
• Maintains and monitors patient records, assesses health care needs, visits, monitors, tracks, and reports patient data, and provides patient education.
• Serves as a key member of the school-based Mobile Clinic team, participating in community coalitions and program team meetings.
• Promotes the Texas A&M program through marketing and outreach efforts at local and regional levels.
• Completes required trainings and participates in professional development.
• Fills in for others and performs additional duties as assigned to assist team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees