Nurse Practitioner - Internal Medicine
UT Health Science Center
Houston, TX
Sign-On Bonus

Nurse Practitioner - Comprehensive Practice - Internal Medicine (Nephrology)

What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That's where you come in. Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: * 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees * Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) * The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue! * Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) * Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... * Free financial and legal counseling * Free mental health counseling services * Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs * Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. * Resources for child and elder care * Plus many more! Position Summary: The Nurse Practitioner in an outpatient nephrology clinic plays a crucial role in providing comprehensive care to patients with kidney-related conditions( mainly Chronic Kidney disease related). Working closely with nephrologists and other healthcare professionals, the NP is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and managing the care of patients with various kidney diseases. The focus is on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while collaborating with the multidisciplinary healthcare team. Position Key Accountabilities: * Patient Assessment: Conduct thorough assessments of patients with kidney-related concerns, including medical history, physical examinations, and diagnostic tests. * Diagnosis and Treatment: Formulate accurate diagnoses based on assessment findings and collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement appropriate treatment plans. * Medication Management: Prescribe medications as needed, monitor patient responses, and adjust treatment plans accordingly. Educate patients on medication management and potential side effects. * Patient Education: Provide comprehensive education to patients and their families on kidney disease management, lifestyle modifications, and preventive measures. * Collaboration: Collaborate with nephrologists, nurses, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals. * Follow-up Care: Conduct regular follow-up appointments to monitor patient progress, adjust treatment plans, and address any concerns or complications. * Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic health records (EHR) and documentation of patient assessments, diagnoses, treatments, and education provided. * Quality Improvement: Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the delivery of care, patient outcomes, and clinic efficiency. Certification/Skills: Current Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse Current Texas Licensure as an APRN-NP, and specialty certification as required by department Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified or specialty certification as required by department Minimum Education: Masters in Nursing as NP or Masters in Nursing with completion of a post masters Nurse Practitioner Certification Program. Minimum Experience: None Physical Requirements: Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Security Sensitive: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215 Veteran Information: Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 0904, 0963, 1976, 46Y1C, 46Y1H, 66B, 66C, 4A0X1, 46YX, 65D, 230X, PHA10, 42GX, 66P, 66R, 290X. For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs. Residency Requirement: Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.