Nurse Practitioner
Overview
Becoming a Nurse at University Health is a great way to step up and be there for the people of South Texas. They look up to us, and as a Nurse at UH, we’ll look to you to help carry out this mission in an environment that has been designated, and redesignated, as a Magnet Health Organization by the American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) for more than a decade. From your first day, you’ll be hands on with our patients while gaining valuable experience, earning excellent benefits and making a real impact on people’s lives.
- Full Time
- Level:
- Travel: Minimal (if any)
- Salary: $63K-$96K
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Success Profile
What does it take to build a successful Nurse Practitioner? career at University Health? Take a look the top qualities we’re after and see if you have the right mix.
- Collaborative
- Compassionate
- Empathetic
- Problem-solver
- Detail-oriented
- Strong Communicator
At University Health, we are strongly committed to quality, compassion and innovation in everything we do here and in our community.
This is a great place to be exposed to many different types of patients, procedures and disease processes.
Acute Care Nurse
Learn more about what it means to be a nurse at University Health
Benefits
We believe in taking care of those who care for our community and provide each of our health care professionals with the benefits they need to thrive in all aspects of their lives.
Rewards
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Healthcare
Medical: Excellent coverage for individuals and families with very low premiums and co-pays, and ZERO co-pays for medications filled at University Health. Dental, vision, pet insurance, flexible and health spending accounts.
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Paid Time Off (PTO)
Generous accrual rates that start on day one.
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Retirement
We offer both a 457(b) and 403(b) deferred compensation programs.
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Education Reimbursement
Including college tuition reimbursement up to $600 per semester, continuing education up to $400 and certification reimbursement.
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Life and Disability
Basic life paid by University Health, with optional plans for life and disability insurance.
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Health and Wellness
Employee discounts, including gym memberships, employee health clinic, healing arts program, community events.
Responsibilities
POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
In collaboration and consultation with physicians and other healthcare professionals, the nurse practitioner provides evidence-based, quality, compassionate, and holistic care to inpatients and their families.
EDUCATION
A Registered Professional Nurse who is prepared for advanced nursing practice by virtue of knowledge and skills obtained through an accredited post-basic or advanced educational program of study acceptable to the Board of Nurse Examiners. A Master’s degree in nursing is preferred. Must be a participating Medicare provider or eligible to obtain a Medicare provider number. Three years of nursing experience are required, and two years of advanced practice are preferred.
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Must be currently licensed as a registered nurse in Texas and credentialed by thestatee to practice as anadvancedd nurse practitioner. Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with medical-dental staff bylaws. Prescriptive authority is required. A valid DEA number must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Certification by a national nursing body is required.
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