Nurse Practitioner (Centrum Health) - Buckner Blvd - NeueHealth
Dallas, TX
About the Job
We are transforming healthcare to be value-driven, creating a seamless, consumer-centric care experience that maximizes value for all.
We believe that all health consumers are entitled to high quality, coordinated healthcare. We uniquely align the interests of health consumers, providers, and payors to make high-quality healthcare accessible and affordable to all populations across the ACA Marketplace, Medicare, and Medicaid.
Clinic location: 2223 S Buckner Blvd Ste 229, Dallas, TX 75227
Flex schedule with rotating evenings and weekends may be required. Part-time schedules may be available.
Benefits include medical, dental and vision coverage, health savings account, paid time off & company holidays.
JOB SUMMARY
The Nurse Practitioner role involves providing advanced healthcare services, diagnosing illnesses, prescribing medications, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver holistic patient-centered care. With expertise in primary and specialty care, Nurse Practitioners play a vital role in improving health outcomes and enhancing the quality of life for patients.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Nurse Practitioner job description is intended to point out major responsibilities within the role, but it is not limited to these items.
- Maintains confidentiality of all patient records.
- Checks in with clients about test results and prognoses.
- Advises patients regarding prescriptions and treatment plans.
- Follows all federal, state, and nursing guidelines, regulations, and standards.
- Orders and interprets diagnostic tests, including x-rays, blood work, and scans.
- Refers patients to specialists if necessary and analyzes medical records and reports.
- Updates patient charts and uploads to Electronic Health Record (EHR) software.
- Works with a team of nurse practitioners, registered nurses, and doctors to provide quality patient care.
- Examines patients, including discussing medical history and symptoms and performing physicals.
- Knows how to use popular tools, including: medical database software, medical research software, medical diagnosis software, medical billing software, e-prescribing software, scheduling software, billing software, and telemedicine software.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse licenses in the state of Texas.
- Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner in the specialty is preferred.
- National board certification as a Nurse Practitioner from an accredited agency.
- Master's in nursing required, Doctorate of Nursing preferred.
- Two or more years of clinical experience as a nursing practitioner at a physician practice or in a hospital.
- Bilingual in English & Spanish preferred.
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
- Communicates effectively, speaking multiple languages is preferred.
- Collaborates with nurse practitioners, registered nurses, doctors, and other medical professionals.
- Problem-solves well independently and as part of a team.
- Develops strong relationships with patients and their families and has a stellar bedside manner.
