Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric Neonatology - 60924 - (Galveston, TX)

Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric Neonatology - 60924 Minimum QualificationsMaster's degree with NP certification. Current license or valid permit to practice professional nursing in Texas. No background required.POSITION DESCRIPTION:The nurse practitioner functions as an advanced practitioner providing primary health care for a caseload of patients in the area of clinical specialization.Minimum qualifications Neonatology NPSpecific Job Related Duties Works independently to full scope of practice in compliance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act with acknowledgement of off-site collaborating physician availability for consultation and collaboration Performs individualized history and physical examinations for diverse populations inclusive of social determinants of health Orders and interprets diagnostic testing in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient Diagnoses acute, episodic, and chronic diseases Develops a comprehensive plan of care that encompasses evidence-based practice guidelines