Nurse Practitioner Telemedicine-Palliative Care

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

• We never settle by constantly striving for better.

• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Schedule

Monday- Friday8a-5p

10-12 patients per day

Needs 3-5 years of Palliative Care experience

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.

Job Summary

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) Telemedicine is a licensed, certified healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as an autonomous provider, recognized by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice. An APP in telemedicine provides outpatient care for various conditions through virtual means.

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 treatments. Performs procedures following approved policies, focusing on efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.

• Formulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments. Uses evidence-based medicine, standards of care, and guidelines. Partners with physicians and team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care and effectiveness of care.

• Counsel's patients and families about medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsel's 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. Provides consultation services for conditions related to the Provider's specialty and training.

• Performs invasive procedures specific to scope of practice and provider's level of proficiency 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

• Know the information and techniques to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment options, 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 diagnostic tests. Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in Texas.

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

• National Nurse Practitioner certification in area of specialty for intended patient population.

Belonging Statement

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

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Graduate of an Accredited Program

• EXPERIENCE - 3 Years of Experience

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.