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