Nurse Practitioner NP Urgent Care

Overview

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!

We are seeking an urgent care focused Nurse Practitioner to join our dynamic Urgent Care Team in the DFW area. This system is recognized for patient-centered care and national accolades from U.S. News & World Report
. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected healthcare system that truly values its providers.

Why Baylor Scott & White Health?

• Top-Ranked Care:
  Join a system 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.

• Assesses the physical and mental condition of patients by performing and obtaining comprehensive or problem-focused physical examinations and medical histories.
• Orders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.
• Prescribes, recommends and/or employs medical drug therapies or other forms of related therapeutic treatments and procedures or performs indicated procedures in accordance with approved policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to modify behavior associated with health risks.
• Formulates and implements comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans based on patient assessments, evidence-based medicine, standards of care, professional practice guidelines and in collaboration with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient’s response to health care provided and the effectiveness of care.
• Counsels patients and families regarding medical processes, management of the health illness/condition, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with other substances such as food supplements, over the counter medications and herbal remedies.
• Maintains appropriate records detailing the patient’s treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice and/or expertise.
• Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.
• Performs 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 regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.

• 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 the state of Texas
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer
• Certification from an accredited board as an APRN for the patient population of focus required
• Education:
  
  Graduate of an Accredited Program
• Experience:
  
  1 Year of Experience

• 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

Grand Prairie offers a unique blend of natural beauty, family-friendly amenities, and urban convenience, centrally located between Dallas and Fort Worth. The city is known for welcoming neighborhoods, diverse community, and attractions such as Epic Waters Indoor Waterpark, Lynn Creek Park, and the Texas Trust CU Theatre.

• A team-oriented and compassionate provider with a focus on primary care.
• Excellent clinical skills and the ability to create personalized treatment plans.
• A passion for collaborative care, working with physicians, nurses, and other health professionals to achieve the best possible patient outcomes.
• Ability to engage with patients and families, providing education and support in a clear and empathetic manner.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now to join one of the nation’s top healthcare systems and begin your journey with Baylor Scott & White Health today!