Working in collaboration with the attending physician, the nurse practitioner performs medical acts in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, # 301.152, Texas Occupations Code and Medical Practice Act, # 157.051- 157.060.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduated from an accredited school of nursing. Current, valid license to practice nursing in the State of Texas. Completion of an accrediting Nurse Practitioner program (Family, Geriatric or Pediatric). Has Limited Prescriptive Authority.
Basic Life Support from a hospital-based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program.
Other certificates as required by unit/service.
Two years related Experience
Special Requirements
Communication Skills
Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contract)
Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking)
Languages: English/Spanish Preferred
Writing /Composing (Correspondence/Reports)
Medical Terms
P.C.
Advanced Education/Training
Adult, Family, Geriatric or Pediatric Practitioner Program
Master's Degree in Nursing
Work Schedule
Flexible
