About Us

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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.

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Our Core Values are:

\n\nWe serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.\nWe never settle by constantly striving for better.\nWe are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.\nWe make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.\n\n

SCHEDULE-

\n\n4-10hr shifts, 3-12hr shifts on weekends\nInpatient\nER Consults\nOR first assist\n\n

Benefits

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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:

\n\nEligibility on day 1 for all benefits\nDollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%\nDebt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more\nImmediate access to time off benefits\n\n

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

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Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

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Job Summary

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The Nurse Practitioner (NP) CV Surgical Specialty is a licensed, certified healthcare provider. They provide direct patient care and have prescriptive authority. They are credentialed, privileged, and billed as an independent provider by Medicare and Medicaid. The Advanced Practice Provider offers medical care based on the supervising physician's scope of practice.

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Surgical providers care for both adult and/or pediatric patients and specialize in Cardio Thoracic/Vascular Surgery.

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Essential Functions of the Role

\n\nAssesses patients' physical and mental condition by performing detailed or focused exams and medical histories. Monitors patients throughout healthcare and develops strategies to avoid hospitalization or shorten stays.\nOrders, collects, interprets, and evaluates laboratory and other diagnostic tests to assess patient problems and health care needs.\nPrescribes or recommends medical drug therapies or related treatments. Performs procedures according to their training, experience, and approved protocols. Focuses on efficacy, safety, and cost. Recommends interventions to change behavior linked to health risks.\nFormulates and implements comprehensive patient treatment plans based on assessments, evidence-based medicine, and standards of care. Collaborates with physicians and team members when appropriate. Evaluates patient's response to health care and the effectiveness of care.\nCounsels patients and families on medical processes, illness management, medication, nutrition, and health promotion. Counsels patients about drug regimens and possible side effects or interactions with food supplements, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.\nMaintains appropriate records detailing the patient's treatment plans and outcomes. Initiates timely consultation and referral when the problem exceeds scope of practice or expertise.\nProvide consultation level services for conditions/problems related to the Provider’s specialty and scope, level of experience, and training.\nFirst assist or second assist in the operating room or procedural setting who has completed all required training with the necessary aptitude.\nPerforms follow-up with patients both pre and post-operatively. May also round on patients in the hospital or see patients in the Emergency Department.\nPerform invasive or advanced procedures like endoscopic vein harvest for Cardiac, Vascular, and Thoracic surgery. Follow the scope of practice and the provider's knowledge level as delegated by the supervising Physician.\n\n

Key Success Factors

\n\nKnowledge of information and techniques to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.\nKnowledge of practices, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of physical and mental dysfunctions.\nVerbal and written communication skills.\nInterpersonal skills.\nCritical thinking and complex problem-solving skills.\nSkill in the use of computers and related software applications.\nAbility to develop and implement comprehensive outcomes-based patient treatment plans.\nAbility to counsel patients concerning medical and psychological/psychiatric conditions, treatment plans, and behavior modification.\nAbility to interpret and evaluate laboratory and other diagnostic tests.\nTexas RN licensure or RN licensure with compact privilege from a Nurse Licensure Compact state for RNs and LVNs, and Texas APRN.\nCurrent license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Texas.\nBasic Life Support within 30 days of hire or transfer.\nRNFA Registered Nurse First Assist certification.\nNational Nurse Practitioner certification in area of specialty.\n\n

Belonging Statement

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We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited ProgramEXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of ExperienceCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

 Nurse Practitioner (NP)

 Registered Nurse (RN)

 RN-First Assist (RNFA)

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