Nurse Practitioner PRN

@ University Health
University Healthuniversityhealth.com

Nurse Practitioner PRN

Martindale, Texas
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About the job

University Health is a leading Texas academic health system. The Physician role focuses on delivering high-quality, ethical medical care to inmates, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team in a secure environment, and supporting teaching opportunities.

Requirements

  • MD or DO from accredited medical school
  • Completion of ACGME residency
  • Board certification or eligibility
  • Texas medical license or ability to obtain
  • AHA BLS certification

Qualifications

  • Active DEA and DPS registrations
  • Correctional health care experience a plus
  • Bilingual in Spanish/English preferred
  • Strong sense of social responsibility
  • Effective communication skills

Full job description

POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Serves as member of health care team that provides primary and/or specialized health care including preventive care and on-going health maintenance for selected groups of patients. Functions in a variety of settings ranging from ambulatory to inpatient. Participates in the care of well, acutely ill and chronically ill patients.

EDUCATION
A Registered Professional Nurse who is prepared for advanced nursing practice by virtue of knowledge and skills obtained through an accredited post basic or advanced educational program of study acceptable to the Board of Nurse Examiners. A Master’s degree in nursing is preferred. Three years of nursing experience is required and two years of advanced practice is preferred. Certification by a national nursing body is recommended. Current CPR Healthcare Provider card or higher required per Medical-Dental Staff Bylaws.

LICENSURE
Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in Texas and credentialed by the State to practice as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Prescriptive authority is recommended.

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