Nurse Practitioner - Specialty Care jobs in Galveston, TX

Overview:
AFC URGENT CARE LEAGUE CITY TX is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for patient care and possess a diverse skill set to provide comprehensive medical services.

Duties:
- Conduct patient assessments and develop individualized care plans
- Perform diagnostic tests and interpret results
- Administer treatments, medications, and IV infusions as needed
- Collaborate with physicians and healthcare professionals to deliver holistic patient care
- Provide patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention
- Assist in minor surgical procedures and wound care
- Manage acute and chronic illnesses, including behavioral health conditions
- Conduct triage assessments in urgent care settings
- Utilize skills in psychopharmacology for mental health treatment
- Perform specialized procedures such as cardiac catheterization, ophthalmology exams, and botulinum toxin treatments

Requirements:
- Master's or Doctorate degree in Nursing from an accredited program
- Current Nurse Practitioner license in the state of practice
- Certification as a Nurse Practitioner in the specialty area of focus
- Proficiency in ICD-9 coding and documentation
- Experience in a hospital or clinical setting preferred
- Strong background in laboratory interpretation and diagnostics
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment
- Excellent communication skills with patients, families, and colleagues

This position offers competitive compensation and benefits package. Join our team to make a difference in the lives of our patients through compassionate and expert healthcare services.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Emergency Medicine
• Urgent Care

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Yearly bonus

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends

Work setting:

• Clinic
• In-person
• Urgent care center

Ability to Relocate:

• suite 130 League City, TX 77573: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person