Staff PositionNurse Practitioner - Palliative Care
$59-71/hour
Nurse Practitioner - Palliative Care
Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital
Katy, TX
$59-71/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Facility Information1:5 Patient ratioNot-For-Profit HospitalShort Term Acute CareLevel IV Trauma196 bedsOracle CernerNurse Residency Programs
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$59-71/hourBenefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- 403b retirement plan
- Health Care FSA
- Dependent Care FSA
- School loan reimbursement
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- APRN-CNS license in Texas
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Description
At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.
Job Summary
Position responsible for providing comprehensive patient care by systemic assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, and in-hospital follow up, affecting direct patient care through the disease process according to the Texas Nurse Practice Act and Memorial Hermann Health System Standards of Care.Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Graduate of Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the State of Texas or Graduate of an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the State of Texas if area of intended practice is Trauma; Master's Degree leading to ability to be certified as Family/Adult/Geri/ or Acute Nurse Practitioner, Specialist.
Licenses/Certifications:
Experience/ Knowledge/ Skills:
Principal Accountabilities:
Job Summary
Position responsible for providing comprehensive patient care by systemic assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, and in-hospital follow up, affecting direct patient care through the disease process according to the Texas Nurse Practice Act and Memorial Hermann Health System Standards of Care.Job Description
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Graduate of Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the State of Texas or Graduate of an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the State of Texas if area of intended practice is Trauma; Master's Degree leading to ability to be certified as Family/Adult/Geri/ or Acute Nurse Practitioner, Specialist.
Licenses/Certifications:
- Current State of Texas license to practice professional nursing
- Certification by the American Nurse Credentialing Center or National Certification Center in area of specialty or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners or the American Certification of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification
- Certified in Basic Life Support; current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
- Certified in ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) if area of practice is Trauma
Experience/ Knowledge/ Skills:
- Two (2) years clinical nursing experience in area of intended practice
- Unrestricted license to practice in the State of Texas regulated by the Texas Board of Nursing (APN)
- Minimum of 2 years in nurse practitioner role, including care of patients with complex, chronic and/or life threatening conditions, and those at end of life; clinical nursing care in oncology, hospice and/or palliative care experience preferred.
- Hospice and Palliative Care Certification
- Knowledge of medications and prescriptive authority per state law
- Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of "we advance health" through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.
Principal Accountabilities:
- Provides assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team, according to the age/needs of the patient/population served; acts under the authority and supervision of the attending physician in accordance with regulations, hospital policy, protocols, guidelines and clinical pathways.
- Obtains medical histories; performs physical examinations; reviews/orders diagnostic tests and radiographic results; formulates and manages patient treatment plan and outcomes; provides interventions including, but not limited to, arterial line placement, central line placement (internal jugular or femoral lines), pulmonary artery catheter placement, lumbar puncture, intubations, chest tube removal, and thoracentesis; makes rounds with the interdisciplinary teams.
- Collaborates in the development and evaluation of patient care. Updates clinical guidelines/protocols/ pathways; works autonomously and accepts accountability for outcomes; signs orders in accordance with institution and state board requirements; collaborates in research and teaching projects and applies research to practice.
- Uses interpersonal and verbal communication skills to educate patient/family on care and resources; participates in process improvement and multidisciplinary clinical outcome improvement activities utilizing advanced nursing expertise.
- Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
- Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
- Conduct comprehensive, focused assessments of patients and families with palliative care needs.
- Formulate, implement, monitor, evaluate and modify palliative care plans with input from palliative care team and other collaborating care providers.
- Work with patients and families to determine their understanding of their loved one's condition, proposed treatment plan and treatment options.
- Assist patients and families to develop self-care capabilities relative to identified problems.
- Assist in all facets of care coordination for palliative care referrals.
- Engage in quality improvement in patient care services and department functions, including evaluating the effectiveness of the health care delivery system in meeting the health care needs of palliative care patients and families.
- Provide clinical expertise and guidance for undergraduate and/or graduate nursing students in the specialty area.
- Act as resource person for clinical information and education as requested by community agencies.
- Assess the environment for potential need for consultation.
- Plan clinical and educational interventions which are consistent with individual/organizational needs and goals, and evaluate change/outcomes.
- Implement patient and family education in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrate accountability for evaluation of clinical practice, including adherence to organizational, state and national practice standards and codes.
- Supervision of nursing trainees, including graduate and advance practice nurses in field placements.
- Participation in supervision of other trainees, including medical students, residents, fellows, and social work and psychology trainees.
- Other duties as assigned.
Memorial Hermann Health System Job ID #100160650. Posted job title: nurse practitioner, palliative/supportive medicine-katy hospital
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Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital
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- 1:5 Patient ratioVerified by 27 Vivian users
- Not-For-Profit Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- Level IV Trauma
- 196 beds
- Oracle Cerner
- Nurse Residency Programs
ADDRESS23900 Katy FwyKaty, TX 77494
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About
Company Overview:Charting a better future. A future that’s built upon the HEALTH of our community. This is the driving force for Memorial Hermann, redefining health care for the individuals and many diverse populations we serve. Our 6,600+ affiliated physicians and 33,000+ employees practice the highest standards of safe, evidence-based, quality care to provide a personalized and outcome-oriented experience across our more than 270 care delivery sites. As one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in Southeast Texas, Memorial Hermann has an award-winning and nationally acclaimed Accountable Care Organization, 17* hospitals and numerous specialty programs and services conveniently located throughout the Greater Houston area. Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center is one of the nation's busiest Level I trauma centers and serves as the primary teaching hospital for McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. For more than 114 years, our focus has been the best interest of our community, contributing more than $411 million annually through school-based health centers and other community benefit programs. Now and for generations to come, the health of our community will be at the center of what we do – charting a better future for all.
*Memorial Hermann Health System owns and operates 14 hospitals and has joint ventures with three other hospital facilities, including Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood and Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital-Katy.
Our MissionMemorial Hermann Health System is a non-profit, values-driven, community-owned health system dedicated to improving health.
Our VisionTo create healthier communities, now and for generations to come.
Our ValuesCommunity: We value diversity and inclusion and commit to being the best healthcare provider, employer and partner.Compassion: We understand our privileged role in people's lives and care for everyone with kindness and respect.Credibility: We conduct ourselves and our business responsibly and prioritize safety, quality and service when making decisions.Courage: We act bravely to innovate and achieve world-class experience and outcomes for patients, consumers, partners and the community.
*Memorial Hermann Health System owns and operates 14 hospitals and has joint ventures with three other hospital facilities, including Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood and Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital-Katy.
Our MissionMemorial Hermann Health System is a non-profit, values-driven, community-owned health system dedicated to improving health.
Our VisionTo create healthier communities, now and for generations to come.
Our ValuesCommunity: We value diversity and inclusion and commit to being the best healthcare provider, employer and partner.Compassion: We understand our privileged role in people's lives and care for everyone with kindness and respect.Credibility: We conduct ourselves and our business responsibly and prioritize safety, quality and service when making decisions.Courage: We act bravely to innovate and achieve world-class experience and outcomes for patients, consumers, partners and the community.
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