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: Masters Degree
Minimum Work Experience: No previous experience Required
Licenses/Certifications: BSN, MSN, or ANP licensed in the state of Texas
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