What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Nurse Practitioner - PRN position at Texas A&M Health?
Job Description
Our Commitment
Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experience. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our which are : Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.
Who we are
As one of the fastest-growing academic health centers in the nation, the Texas A&M University Health Science Center encompasses five colleges and numerous centers and institutes working together to improve health through transformative education, innovative research and team-based health care delivery.
What we want
The Family Nurse Practitioner in the School of Nursing provides direct care in School of Nursing managed clinics in various locations. This role serves in an "as needed", PRN capacity.
What you need to know
Salary : Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.
Schedule : This position is PRN Monday through Friday, no weekends.
Other Requirements and Factors : This position is funded from grant startup funding and / or clinic revenue funding which is renewed under the provisions of the grantor. The current grant and / or startup funding is through 8 / 31 / 2025. This position, therefore, is contingent upon continuation of funding of these grants and / or clinic revenue and satisfactory job performance.
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Qualifications
Required Education and Experience :
Master of Science degree in nursing or equivalent combination of education and experience.
One year directly related experience serving as a family nurse practitioner.
Required Licenses and Certifications :
Requires an active license as a Registered Nurse and as an Advance Practice Registered Nurse, Family Nurse Practitioner, in the state of Texas with prescriptive authority and national board certification as a family nurse practitioner.
Required Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :
Experience with electronic health record
Preferred Qualifications :
At least five years of clinical nursing experience is required.
American Heart Association - Basic Life Support Certificate.
Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and electronic health records, some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.
Experience in health professions education is preferred.
Responsibilities :
FNP Practice and Clinical Preceptor : Performs history, psychosocial, and physical examinations, diagnosis of acute, chronic, and urgent / episodic primary care conditions, formulates therapeutic plans of care, ordering and interpreting laboratory and diagnostic imaging, electrocardiogram exams, medication management and provides education to patients and their families. Coordinates the care of patients to provide safe, effective, efficient, and timely patient-centered care. Liaises between clinical staff and consult services. Consults with physicians and other members of the healthcare team regarding the care of patients as appropriate. Order and evaluate effectiveness of therapeutic modalities such as medications, treatments, diagnostic tests, etc. Performs primary care procedures. Provide primary health care maintenance of the population served, including immunizations and recommended health screenings. Counsel and instruct patients and significant others as appropriate on medications, disease, procedures, and preventive healthcare. Assess, stabilize, and determine disposition of patients with emergent conditions consistent with policy regarding emergency and consultative call services. Serves as a clinical resource for staff through consultation formal and informal education, review of literature and participation in seminars, conferences, and simulation. Document clinical encounters clearly, precisely, and in a timely manner. Applies, models, and teaches evidence-based treatment and care in clinical setting. Precepts advance practice and pre-licensure nursing students each semester. Promotes cost savings and optimal patient experience in primary care. Participates in rapid cycle continuous process improvement. Participates in data reporting. Participates in scholarly projects as appropriate. Participates in rapid cycle continuous process improvement.
