Nurse Practitioner - PRN - East Texas

Job TitleNurse Practitioner - PRN - East Texas

AgencyTexas A&M University Health Science Center

DepartmentSchool Of Nursing

Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate

Job LocationCrockett, Texas

Job TypeTemporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term)

Job Description

Glimpse of the Job

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 the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, Texas A&M Health encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.

Opportunities to Contribute

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.

Minimum Qualifications

Master of Science degree in nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience

One year directly related experience serving as a family nurse practitioner

Required Licenses and Certifications

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

A well-qualified candidate will also possess

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

Experience in health professions education is preferred

Familiarity with electronic health records

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

What You Need to Know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate based on the selected hire’s education and experience.

Location/Schedule: Located in East Texas this is a part time PRN position, and hours are varied depending on the need and employee availability.

Other: Depending upon the nature of your position, you may be required to receive immunizations (excluding COVID and Flu).

Please note: This position is grant funded; future employment may be contingent upon future funding.

What You Need to Do

Apply! Submit a resume/cv and cover letter. These documents will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume.

Why Texas A&M University?

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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