Nurse Practitioner
@ University HealthNurse Practitioner
About the job
The University Health provides detention healthcare. This role focuses on delivering comprehensive medical services in a correctional environment, requiring board certification, Texas licensure, and specific certifications for acute care. Join us to serve a unique patient population.
Requirements
- Completed ACGME residency
- Board certification or eligibility
- Texas medical license
- Current BLS or higher
- DEA and DPS numbers
Qualifications
- Medical degree
- Experience in detention healthcare
- Able to obtain ACLS within 90 days
- Good standing with Medical Board
Full job description
POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Serves as member of health care team that provides 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. Must be a participating Medicare provider or eligible to obtain a Medicare provider number. Three years of nursing experience is required and two years of advanced practice is preferred.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in Texas and credentialed by the State to practice as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental staff bylaws. Prescriptive authority is required. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Certification by a national nursing body is required.