Nurse Practitioner PRN

@ University Health
University Healthuniversityhealth.com

Nurse Practitioner PRN

Martindale, Texas
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

University Health offers correctional healthcare services. This Family Medicine Physician role focuses on providing medical care to inmates in detention facilities, requiring board certification, a Texas license, and compliance with medical standards.

Requirements

  • Completed ACGME-approved residency
  • Board certification or eligibility
  • Current Texas medical license
  • Maintains AHA BLS certification
  • Reliable in acute care certifications

Qualifications

  • Medical degree from accredited school
  • Experience in correctional health preferred
  • Ability to obtain DEA and DPS numbers
  • Strong 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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