Nurse Practitioner NP Urgent Care

Join Our Award-Winning Team at Baylor Scott & White Health - Where Passion Meets Purpose! Are you a compassionate, dedicated Nurse Practitioner with a passion for urgent care? Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of patients across all life spans within a supportive, collaborative environment? If so, Baylor Scott & White Health is the place for you. Why Baylor Scott & White Health? Top‑Ranked Care: Consistently ranked among the best for patient care, innovation, and leadership. Impactful Work: Your work will directly affect the health and well‑being of families in the community. Collaborative Team: Work alongside a network of professionals who share your commitment to high‑quality, compassionate care. Join Our Team as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Urgent Care We are seeking a dedicated, skilled Nurse Practitioner to join our urgent care team. The NP is a licensed, certified healthcare provider with prescriptive authority. The Advanced Practice Provider delivers medical care based on the supervising physician’s scope of practice and typically cares for patients in urgent or convenient care clinics. Key Responsibilities Assess the physical and mental condition of patients by performing comprehensive or problem‑focused physical examinations and medical histories. Order, collect, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health‑care needs. Prescribe, recommend, and/or employ medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures; perform indicated procedures in accordance with approved policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Formulate and implement comprehensive outcomes‑based patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence‑based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines, and in collaboration with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when appropriate. Counsel patients and families regarding medical processes, management of health conditions, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Maintain appropriate records detailing patient treatment plans and outcomes; initiate timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/or expertise. Provide consultation‑level services for conditions/problems related to the provider’s specialty and training. Perform invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and provider’s level of expertise as delegated by supervising physician. May be required to perform patient‑care duties beyond the regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department. Key Success Factors Knowledge of human injuries, diseases, and deformities, including treatment alternatives and drug interactions. Knowledge of diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills. Critical thinking and complex problem‑solving skills. Proficiency in computers and related software applications. Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes‑based patient treatment plans. Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological conditions and behavior modification. Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests. Qualifications Texas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a state that is party to the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs & Texas APRN. Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Texas. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer. Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required. One year of experience as a Nurse Practitioner. Excellent clinical skills and the ability to create personalized treatment plans. Team‑oriented and compassionate provider with a focus on primary care. Passion for collaborative care with physicians, nurses, and other health professionals. Ability to engage patients and families with clear, empathetic education and support. Strong work‑life balance mindset. Benefits Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits. 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%. Tuition reimbursement. PTO accrual beginning Day 1. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported. #J-18808-Ljbffr Stryker Corporation