JOB SUMMARY

The APP is responsible for providing health care to patients in the hospital or office setting.  Works in consultation, cooperation, and coordination through a collaborative physician. Functions according to the established standards and practices of medicine for Advanced Practice Nurse/Nurse Practitioner in the State of Texas.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education Master’s Degree Minimum Work Experience No previous experience  Required Licenses/Certifications BSN, MSN, or ANP licensed in the state of Texas BLS Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Knowledge of medical practices, terminology, and reimbursement policies  Thorough knowledge of patient triage, diagnosis, and evidenced-based care Knowledge in overcoming barriers from diagnosis to treatment including: financial/economic, language/culture, transportation issues  Skill in planning, organizing, delegating, and supervising  Skill in evaluating the effectiveness of existing methods and procedures  Skill in problem solving  Skill in verbal and written communication  Skill in speaking engagements and other activities that raise awareness to diseases and disease processes  Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies and procedures  Ability to set priorities among multiple requests  Ability to interact with patients, medical and administrative staff, and the public effectively