Advanced Care Practice Nurse

In collaboration and consultation with physicians and other health care professionals, the nurse practitioner provides evidence-based, quality, compassionate and holistic care to in-patients and their families.

A Registered Professional Nurse who is prepared for advanced nursing practice by virtue of knowledge and skills obtained through an accredited post basic or advanced educational program of study acceptable to the Board of Nurse Examiners.

A Master’s degree in nursing is preferred.

Three years of nursing experience is required and two years of advanced practice is preferred. 
Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in Texas and credentialed by the State to practice as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner.

Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental staff bylaws.

Certification by a national nursing body is required.