Nurse Practitioner/NP or Physician Assistant/PA -- General Surgery

DescriptionSummary: The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant is responsible for providing medical or surgical services to patients; collecting and documenting date, conducting diagnostic and therapeutic procedures; ordering and scheduling necessary studies and professional consultations; and providing direct patient care services to include prescribing medications and other therapies as needed. Responsibilities: When collaborating with other health care providers, the advanced practice clinician shall be accountable for knowledge of the statutes and rules relating to advance practice nursing and function within the boundaries of the appropriate advanced practice categoryThe APC shall practice within the advanced specialty and role appropriate to his/her advanced educational preparationThe APC acts independently and/or in collaboration with the health team in the observation, assessment, diagnosis, intervention, evaluation, rehabilitation, care, counsel and health teachings of persons who are ill, injured or informed of experiencing changes in normal health processes, and in the promotion and maintenance of health or prevention of illnessWhen providing medical aspects of care, APCs shall utilize mechanisms which provide authority for that careThese mechanisms may include, but are not limited to, protocols or other written authorizationAssess and manage patient health problems including actual and potential conditions within the hospital, clinic or outpatient settingEffectively identify, evaluate and address disease prevention/health promotion issues of the population in practice while administering quality patient careResponsible for the diagnosis and treatment of acute, chronic and long-term healthcare issuesPlan, implement and evaluate health care treatmentsObtain history and physical examinations on patients of all appropriate age groups per scope of practiceAssess and interpret laboratory and radiological findingsUtilize critical thinking skills to individualize patient care in order to manage illnesses, promote well-being, and foster rehabilitative/disease preventive lifestyle choicesPrescribe medications and supportive therapies to help maintain healthPerform advanced procedures as verified and approved per credentialing committeeEducate patients and/or families about preventive care, medical issues and use of prescribed medical treatments and/or medicationsWork in an independent and interdependent relationship with members of the medical staff, which allows for consultation, collaboration and/or referralSynthesize new knowledge gained from conferences, workshops and professional literatureTeach other healthcare professionals in the classroom, clinical area and/or community about practice, techniques and procedures which are unique to that specific clinical settingParticipate in basic science and clinical research projectsPrepare statistical reports and analyses to document progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations or conclusionsMaintain legible, accurate and confidential medical recordsThis includes documenting all medical evaluations diagnosis, procedures, treatments, outcomes, education, referrals and consultations consistent with governing boards such as NCQA (National Committee for Quality Assurance), JCAHO (Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations), federal and state regulatory standards Requirements: Experience 2 -3 years of experience preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Current Texas State Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) license or PA license.Advanced Nursing Degree or Master's Degree required.Certification in Basic Life Support (CPR), American Heart Association.Experience in the specialty area preferred.Experience in both clinical and management areas.Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and market services effectively.Excellent oral and written communication skills.Strong team-oriented approach and interdepartmental collaboration-based principles. Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time Additional Information: - Specialty: - Location: Corpus Christi, Texas, United States - Contact: About the Company: CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States. EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.