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Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurse Practitioner

Baylor Scott & White Health, Temple, TX, United States


Position Highlights – Pediatric Hematology/Oncology (Temple, TX)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

No weekends

No call

Patient Volume: ~12 patients per day

Role Overview:

New patient evaluations

Follow-up visits

Acute access visits

In-basket management (shared & individual)

Simple procedures: port access, infusion management, and dressing changes

Team-Based Care Model:

Collaborative environment with strong interdisciplinary support

Includes: Medical Assistants, LVNs, RNs, Nutritionists, Social Workers, and Front Desk support

Training & Support:

Open to new graduates

Structured onboarding with 12–18 month transition support

Mentorship led by experienced APP leadership

Credentialing Requirements:

BLS & PALS certifications required

Travel Expectations:

Credentialing across multiple Central Texas locations: College Station, Round Rock, Killeen, and Waco

Travel required approximately 1 day per month for outreach clinic coverage

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Predictable weekday schedule with strong work-life balance

High-impact pediatric specialty care

Supportive leadership and robust onboarding structure

Opportunity to grow within a large, integrated health system

Job Summary
The Nurse Practitioner Medical Specialty is a licensed, certified, non-physician healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as independent providers by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. These providers work in specialty clinics and may specialize in areas such as Palliative Care, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Urology, Nephrology, Neurology, Hematology, Oncology, Allergy and Immunology, Rheumatology, or other medical specialties.

Essential Functions Of The Role

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 or recommends medical drug therapies or other therapeutic treatments. Performs procedures following approved protocols, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.

Formulates and implements patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care. Works with physicians and team members when needed. Evaluates patient's response to care and its effectiveness.

Counsels patients and families on medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with 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 or expertise.

Provides consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and training.

Manages patients in a healthcare setting(s) other than primary clinic setting (e.g., inpatient, emergency services, procedural, etc.).

Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and proficiency of the provider as delegated by supervising Physician.

May be required to perform patient care duties beyond regular schedule based on coverage needs of the department.

Key Success Factors

Knowledge of information and techniques is needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.

Knowledge of values, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.

Verbal and written communication skills.

Interpersonal skills.

Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills.

Skill in the use of computers and related software applications.

Ability to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans.

Ability to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification.

Ability to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests.

Texas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a state in the Nurse Licensure Compact for RNs and LVNs, and 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.

Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

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

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited program.

Experience: Less than 1 year of experience.

Certification/License/Registration

Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Registered Nurse (RN)

Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire or transfer.

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