Orthopedic Spine Nurse Practitioner

Description

Specialization:

Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine

Job Summary:

HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake is seeking an experienced nurse practitioner to support with an inpatient orthopedic spine clinic.

Qualified Candidates:

• Develop protocols and plans of treatment under physician supervision
• Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm
• Must be people-oriented and willing to learn
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally
• Must have strong interpersonal skills to work with a diverse patient population
• Expected to work with various patient demographics & medical staff averaging 15-20 consults a week
• Certified nurse practitioner with prescriptive authority required
• Must be eligible for licensure in the state of Texas
• 3 plus years’ experience is preferred and work experience with patients in a hospital setting
• The ability to partner with primary care & emergency medicine providers in the community to educate on clinic capabilities for patients
  
  

Incentive/Benefits Package:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and disability, 401k with match, PTO, and more
• CME allowance
• Malpractice coverage
• No state income tax
  
  

About HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake:

• HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake is a 532-bed, full-service acute care hospital offering inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical and specialty services to Houston’s growing Bay Area.
• Service area of 1.5M
• The six-tower complex features three patient towers, with more than 40 medical specialties and associated services are represented
• Level II Adult Trauma Center
• 42-bed ICU
• 20-ORs
• 24/7 services include hospitalists, radiology, lab, pharmacy and anesthesia
• Has twice been named as one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades
• Spring 2024 Leapfrog Group Hospital Safety Grade “A” recipient for its commitment to patient safety
• Recognized by multiple organizations as a top place to work
  
  

Proclaimed as the nation’s fourth-largest city, Houston is a vibrant metropolis and home to the world-famous Texas Medical Center. When it comes to entertainment and recreation, Houston has much to offer, to include professional sports teams, a theater district and a museum district, hundreds of clubs and live music venues. The largest mall in Texas, The Galleria, is a shopper’s paradise. Houston’s sunny climate makes it easy to enjoy the city’s municipal parks, jogging paths, and bike trails. Less than an hour away are piney woods, area lakes, Galveston Bay, and sunny Gulf Coast beaches that offer an abundance of activities. Boasting more than 100 different nationalities, Houston is one of the country’s most diverse cities.