The role involves autonomously performing patient assessment, diagnosis, and intervention according to approved protocols within a collaborative practice setting
Job Summary
The role involves autonomously performing patient assessment, diagnosis, and intervention according to approved protocols within a collaborative practice setting.
Candidates must possess prescriptive authority up to hospital admission and discharge capabilities while supporting physicians in developing patient care plans.
Cook Children's is a not-for-profit organization recognized for outstanding outcomes in pediatric health care across multiple locations in Texas.
Matching Summary
The role involves autonomously performing patient assessment, diagnosis, and intervention according to approved protocols within a collaborative practice setting.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Collaborative practice with physicians
Patient assessment and diagnosis
Prescriptive authority for medications
Supervision of clinical personnel
Nice-to-have
Experience with medically complex patients
Continuity of care coordination
Pediatric primary or specialty experience
Key Requirements
Master's Degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies
Current Texas professional license (RN/APRN or PA)
Minimum 2 years pediatric or related healthcare experience
Pediatric or Family Practice Nurse Practitioner certification
PA-C certification required for Physician Assistants