Nurse Practitioner - Same Day Clinic (The Woodlands)

Come lead with us at Houston Methodist Primary Care Group. At Houston Methodist, the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – Primary Care position is responsible for maintaining and promoting the health of patients requiring primary care while practicing medicine under the supervision of a licensed physician. This position will provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and preventative care to primary‑care patients. The APP is expected to conduct physicals, order tests and therapy, prescribe medications, and refer to specialists when appropriate. The role operates in an outpatient primary care setting and may perform independently under indirect supervision of a licensed physician or as part of a treatment team. The APP – Primary Care position affects direct patient care according to the Board of Nursing in the State of Texas and Houston Methodist policies and procedures. FLSA Status Exempt Qualifications Education Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school of Nursing and graduate from an accredited Nurse Practitioners program Experience Two years of advanced practice clinical experience Two years of advanced practice clinical experience in primary care, family medicine, or outpatient internal medicine preferred Licenses and Certifications (Required) RN – Registered Nurse – Texas State Licensure – Texas Board of Nursing (PSV) NP Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days if establishing Texas residency APRN Non‑Acute Care state license Magnet ANCC‑recognized Non‑Acute Care practitioner certification BLS – Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) – American Heart Association AP – Prescriptive Authority – Texas Board of Nursing – Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (PSV) DEA – Narcotics License within 6 months Knowledge and Abilities Demonstrates required skills and competencies through ongoing skills assessments and performance evaluations Proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing English essential for patient and employee safety Effective communication with patients, physicians, family members, and co‑workers with a customer‑service focus Uses critical thinking and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Board of Physician Assistants Accepts accountability for healthcare outcomes Utilizes therapeutic communication to establish relationships with patients, families, and the interprofessional team Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills; prioritizes multiple tasks and roles Exercises judgment in interactions with physicians, team, patients, and families Demonstrates proficient time management skills Essential Functions People Essential Functions Demonstrates leadership as a clinical resource, interprofessional consultant, and patient/family advocate; identifies staff development opportunities and provides coaching Collaborates to foster healthy relationships; acts as a role model and coaches staff in effective communication Communicates organizational information and aspects of administrative and clinical practice respectfully and positively; advocates for balanced workload and promotes positive behaviors Service Essential Functions Coordinates appropriate, timely patient care under physician supervisor for a defined patient population, focusing on identified outcomes; prioritizes care based on patient needs, abilities, and preferences Collaborates with interprofessional team members to manage/coordinate patient care Responds promptly to patient questions or issues and drives improvement of patient satisfaction scores through peer‑to‑peer accountability Quality/Safety Essential Functions Functions as a quality care provider; coordinates, maintains, and promotes patient health; performs diagnosis, prescriptive authority, and treatment within practice guidelines, protocols, or standing orders to ensure safety Conducts health assessments and develops plans of care, initiates interventions, and evaluates outcomes for defined patient populations Assists the team in developing and implementing protocols for patient safety; leads improvements in safety‑related processes Finance Essential Functions Implements department strategies to achieve financial targets and mentors others through documentation and workflow efficiency Performs accurate documentation in medical records, including diagnosis and CPT coding Projects resource allocation based on patient needs and staff capabilities Contributes to department plans for resource utilization and capital needs to meet financial targets Growth/Innovation Essential Functions Promotes quality health care through research integration and participation in evidence‑based activities; leads practice changes and performance improvement initiatives Provides education through research presentations and publications; expands clinical knowledge and coaches staff to grow in skills and attitudes Engages in career discussions and updates the My Development Plan regularly Supplemental Requirements Work Attire Uniform: No Scrubs: Yes Business professional: Yes Other (department approved): Yes On‑Call Employees may be required to be on‑call during emergencies (e.g., disaster, severe weather events) regardless of selection below. On Call: Yes Travel Travel specifications may vary by department: May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: Yes May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr