Nurse Practitioner

Medical Center SE Texas Port Arthur • Port Arthur, TX

22h

About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) includes a range of responsibilities and duties that are essential for providing comprehensive care to patients across various stages of life. NPs are responsible for performing physical examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and prescribe medications under state-regulated authority. They also have the ability to perform some procedures under the supervision of a physician.

Requirements

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program
• Current NP license and certification in a specialty area
• Experience working in a clinical setting
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Experience in performing minor medical procedures.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification may be required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history taking, physical examinations, and health screenings
• Identify and manage acute and chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and infections
• Prescribe medications, perform minor procedures, and interpret lab and imaging results
• Educate patients on preventive care, healthy lifestyle choices, and disease management
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and social workers to ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care
• Maintaining accurate and complete records of patient care and diagnoses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior