Description

The APP is responsible for providing health care to patients in the hospital or office setting. Works in consultation, cooperation, and coordination through a collaborative physician. Functions according to the established standards and practices of medicine for Advanced Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner in the State of Texas. APP will work with Supervising Physician, Dr. Donald Lesslie in the clinic, OR and performing inpatient consults. Little to no call requirement.

Minimum Education

• Master’s Degree

Minimum Work Experience

• No previous experience

Required Licenses/Certifications

• BSN, MSN, or ANP licensed in the state of Texas
• BLS

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical practices, terminology, and reimbursement policies
• Thorough knowledge of patient triage, diagnosis, and evidenced-based care
• Knowledge in overcoming barriers from diagnosis to treatment including: financial/economic, language/culture, transportation issues
• Skill in planning, organizing, delegating, and supervising
• Skill in evaluating the effectiveness of existing methods and procedures
• Skill in problem solving
• Skill in verbal and written communication
• Skill in speaking engagements and other activities that raise awareness to diseases and disease processes
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies and procedures
• Ability to set priorities among multiple requests
• Ability to interact with patients, medical and administrative staff, and the public effectively