Nurse Practitioner/Np OR Physician Assistant/Pa - Trauma Services
Company: Christus Health
Location: Corpus Christi
Posted on: June 24, 2025
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Job Description:
Description Summary: The Nurse Practitioner or Physician
Assistant is responsible for providing medical or surgical services
to patients; collecting and documenting date, conducting diagnostic
and therapeutic procedures; ordering and scheduling necessary
studies and professional consultations; and providing direct
patient care services to include prescribing medications and other
therapies as needed. Responsibilities: When collaborating with
other health care providers, the APC shall be accountable for
knowledge of the statutes and rules relating to advance practice
nursing and function within the boundaries of the appropriate
advanced practice category The APC shall practice within the
advanced specialty and role appropriate to his/her advanced
educational preparation The APC acts independently and/or in
collaboration with the health team in the observation, assessment,
diagnosis, intervention, evaluation, rehabilitation, care, counsel
and health teachings of persons who are ill, injured or informed of
experiencing changes in normal health processes, and in the
promotion and maintenance of health or prevention of illness When
providing medical aspects of care, APCs shall utilize mechanisms
which provide authority for that care These mechanisms may include,
but are not limited to, protocols or other written authorization
Assess and manage patient health problems including actual and
potential conditions within the hospital, clinic or outpatient
setting Effectively identify, evaluate and address disease
prevention/health promotion issues of the population in practice
while administering quality patient care Responsible for the
diagnosis and treatment of acute, chronic and long-term healthcare
issues Plan, implement and evaluate health care treatments Obtain
history and physical examinations on patients of all appropriate
age groups per scope of practice Assess and interpret laboratory
and radiological findings Utilize critical thinking skills to
individualize patient care in order to manage illnesses, promote
well-being, and foster rehabilitative/disease preventive lifestyle
choices Prescribe medications and supportive therapies to help
maintain health Perform advanced procedures as verified and
approved per credentialing committee Educate patients and/or
families about preventive care, medical issues and use of
prescribed medical treatments and/or medications Work in an
independent and interdependent relationship with members of the
medical staff, which allows for consultation, collaboration and/or
referral Synthesize new knowledge gained from conferences,
workshops and professional literature Teach other healthcare
professionals in the classroom, clinical area and/or community
about practice, techniques and procedures which are unique to that
specific clinical setting Participate in basic science and clinical
research projects Prepare statistical reports and analyses to
document progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations
or conclusions Maintain legible, accurate and confidential medical
records This includes documenting all medical evaluations
diagnosis, procedures, treatments, outcomes, education, referrals
and consultations consistent with governing boards such as NCQA
(National Committee for Quality Assurance), JCAHO (Joint Commission
on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations), federal and state
regulatory standards Requirements: Advanced Nursing Degree or
Master's Degree required. Current Texas State Advanced Practice
Nurse (APN) license or PA license. Certification in Basic Life
Support (CPR), American Heart Association. Experience in the
specialty area preferred. Experience in both clinical and
management areas. Demonstrated ability to problem-solve and market
services effectively. Excellent oral and written communication
skills. Strong team-oriented approach and interdepartmental
collaboration-based principles. Work Schedule: 7A - 7P; Rotating
days/weekends; No call Why Join CHRISTUS Health? Competitive salary
and benefits package. Work in a state-of-the-art facility with a
supportive, collaborative team. Be part of an organization
dedicated to high-quality care and innovation. Opportunities for
professional development and continuing education. Work in a
picturesque location overlooking Corpus Christi Bay with a vibrant
community. If you are passionate about providing exceptional care
to patients and working in a dynamic and rewarding environment, we
encourage you to apply today. Recruiter: Dee Dee Fowler deedee.
fowler@christushealth. org Call/Text: (903) 237-9418
Keywords: Christus Health, Corpus Christi , Nurse Practitioner/Np OR Physician Assistant/Pa - Trauma Services, Healthcare , Corpus Christi, Texas
