Nocturnal Nurse Practitioner

Responsibilities

Nocturnal Nurse Practitioners (NPs) have an important role within the OakBend Medical Group’s Hospitalist Program. Nocturnal Nurse Practitioners work with patients who may be suffering from severe illnesses or who may be in critical condition. The primary role of the Nocturnal NP is to care for patients with complex, acute conditions.

Nocturnal NPs provide complex monitoring and develop multifaceted treatment plans for adults and gerontology patients. They focus on preventing future complications while improving the health of the patient. The Nocturnal NP role also extends beyond clinical practice to include administrative, teaching, and research components.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the State of Texas.

Minimum Work Experience

At least 2 years clinical experience preferably in a hospitalist program.

Required 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).

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

ABOUT OAKBEND :

OakBend Medical Center is an independent hospital providing exceptional and compassionate care to patients and the community since 1950. The OakBend family consists of outstanding team members caring for the community at three hospitals and many specialty centers. OakBend’s services and programs include its signature No Wait ER, an advanced trauma center, certified stroke program, hospital air ambulance services and a hospital-based skilled nursing facility. We remain committed to providing a rewarding environment to our team members, to providing necessary services to the community and to developing the best methods to care for our patients, ensuring a healthy future for generations.