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Nurse Practitioner (Pain Management)

Baylor Scott & White Health, Round Rock, TX, United States


Job Summary
The NP Surgical Specialty - Non-Operative is a licensed, certified, non‑physician healthcare provider who actively renders direct patient care and possesses delegated prescriptive authority, is credentialed and privileged, and whose service is billed as an independent billing provider. The Advanced Practice Provider delivers medical care based upon the scope of practice as delineated by the supervising physician. No call. Office hours Monday‑Friday. Will work at Round Rock and Cedar Park locations.

Essential Functions

Assess physical and mental condition of patients by performing comprehensive or problem‑focused examinations and medical histories.

Order, collect, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests.

Prescribe, recommend, and/or employ medical drug therapies or other therapeutic treatments, and perform indicated procedures in accordance with approved policies with attention to efficacy, safety, and cost.

Formulate and implement comprehensive, outcomes‑based treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary team members.

Evaluate patient response to care and the effectiveness of treatment.

Counsel patients and families regarding medical processes, management of illnesses, medication use, nutrition, and health promotion, including drug interactions with supplements, OTC medications, and herbal remedies.

Maintain accurate records of treatment plans and outcomes; initiate timely consultation and referral when scope of practice is exceeded.

Provide consultation level services for conditions related to the Provider’s specialty and level of experience.

Manage patients in healthcare settings other than the primary clinic, such as inpatient or emergency services.

Key Success Factors

Knowledge of techniques for diagnosing, treating, and preventing injuries, diseases, and deformities.

Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunction.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Critical thinking and complex problem‑solving skills.

Proficiency in computer and related software applications.

Ability to develop and implement comprehensive, outcomes‑based treatment plans.

Ability to counsel patients on medical and psychological 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, or Texas APRN license.

Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in 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.

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.

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) within 30 days of hire or transfer.

Applicants must meet the essential qualifications and demonstrate the abilities outlined above. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.
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