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instructor nurse practitioner or physician assistant

Baylor College of Medicine

<div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2></div><div><p>
 The Department of Anesthesiology, Section of Critical Care Medicine, is seeking a qualified candidate for PRN Advanced Practice Clinician position in a critical care clinical role. This Advanced Practice Clinician will provide medical care to patients with complex acute, critical, and/or chronic health conditions in a hospital setting in one or more specialized areas under the direction of a physician. Candidate will be required to provide clinical excellence, scholarly enthusiasm, and a track record of excellent clinical performance. The provider will have direct patient care responsibilities. The position will report to a BCM department head and the SVP and Dean of Clinical Affairs.</p><p></p><p><br>
 The Department of Anesthesiology, Section of Critical Care Medicine, is seeking a qualified candidate for PRN Advanced Practice Clinician position in a critical care clinical role. This Advanced Practice Clinician will provide medical care to patients with complex acute, critical, and/or chronic health conditions in a hospital setting in one or more specialized areas under the direction of a physician. Candidate will be required to provide clinical excellence, scholarly enthusiasm, and a track record of excellent clinical performance. The provider will have direct patient care responsibilities. The position will report to a BCM department head and the SVP and Dean of Clinical Affairs.</p><p></p><p><br>
Key Functions:</p><ul><li>
Be able to conduct comprehensive assessment of patients throughout the continuum in the inpatient setting based on age and diagnosis, including psychological status.</li><li>
Perform and document history and physicals, order diagnostic studies, therapeutic procedures, prescribe medications, and participate in collaboration and direct reporting of patient information to the medical staff.</li><li>
Proficient use of Epic in the delivery of care.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Working Conditions: </b>This position requires working in Critical Care Units.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Purpose</b></h2></div><div><p>
Provides advanced nursing care to patients in a clinical setting in an area of specialization under the direction of a physician.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Duties</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Obtain detailed history and perform physical examinations.</li><li>
Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures in accordance with relevant health concerns of the patient.</li><li>
Prescribes appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments.</li><li>
Maintain records and write orders and progress notes in patient charts as to status, treatments, and procedures.</li><li>
Monitors and ensures accuracy of recording on patient medical records.</li><li>
Provide follow-up health maintenance care to patients in accordance with protocols established with the supervising physician.</li><li>
Communicate with physicians, patients, and the family members of patients concerning patient care.</li><li>
Collaborates with providers, and practice staff in identifying appropriate patients for care management.</li><li>
Perform other job related duties as assigned.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div><div><ul><li><div><ul><li>
For Nurse Practitioners: Master&rsquo;s degree in Nursing. Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas Board of Nursing. Current Texas Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN), and with a mandatory acute care certification (CPNP-AC).</li><li>
For Physician Assistant: Masters degree in Physician Assistant Studies. NOTE: Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies accepted based on terminal degree requirements at time of graduation.</li></ul><p>
Experience Required: None required</p><p><b>
Certification/Licenses/Registration:</b></p><ul><li>
For Physician Assistant: Current license as a Physician Assistant by the State of Texas Physician Assistant Board. Specialty certification as required by department.</li><li>
For Nurse Practitioners:<ul><li><p>
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN), an AdultGerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGAC-NP) by the Board of Nurse Examiners in the State of Texas, and recognition by the Board of Nurse Examiners as a Nurse Practitioner.</p></li></ul></li></ul></div></li></ul></div></div></div><p></p><p><br>
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.</p></div><p></p>

Instructor - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

<div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2></div><div><p>
The Department of Pediatrics, Section of Critical Care Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children's Hospital is seeking full-time faculty for the position of physician assistant with specific focus on critical cardiac disease. This position offers unique experience in our high-volume pediatric cardiac intensive care units, for an individual who wishes to pursue a career in pediatric cardiac critical care.</p><p></p><p><br>
The primary clinical site is at Texas Children's Hospital, the largest pediatric hospital in the United States, an affiliated hospital of Baylor College of Medicine. The section of Critical Care Medicine in the Department of Pediatrics is a multidisciplinary team of attending critical care physicians, advanced practice providers (nurse practitioners and physician assistants), post-doctoral fellows, and research support personnel committed to the care of patients suffering from a life-threatening illness or injury.</p><p></p><p><br>
The Cardiac Intensive Care Unit at Texas Children's Hospital is one of the highest volume programs in the world. The 48-bed unit is comprised of a Neonatal CICU, Pediatric CICU, and a first of its kind, Pediatric Heart Failure ICU. In addition to over 1000 congenital heart operations annually, TCH is home to an active heart failure program, a busy thoracic organ transplantation service, and one of the largest mechanical circulatory support and VAD programs in the world. In the CICU, the candidate will work alongside pediatric critical care and cardiology physician fellows, and will join the existing CICU Faculty encompassing over 30 attending physicians (comprised of individuals who are specialty trained in pediatric cardiology, pediatric critical care, anesthesia, neonatology, and internal medicine), physician Instructors training in pediatric cardiac critical care, and over 15 advanced practice providers.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Purpose</b></h2></div><div><p>
Provides advanced patient care to patients in a clinical setting in an area of specialization under the direction of a physician.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Duties</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Day-to-day care of children with cardiac illness requiring critical care.</li><li>
Participation in all CCM Section and CICU educational activities including case presentations, quality reviews, didactic teaching, and core lecture series</li><li>
Active role in education of trainees.</li><li>
Supervision of Fellows.</li><li>
Participation in on-call schedule for the CICU.</li><li>
Liaison and collaboration with stakeholders in CICU, PICU, neonatology, cardiology, and congenital heart surgery.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Minimum Qualifications</b></h2></div><div><ul><li><div>
Education Required:<br>
<ul><li>For Nurse Practitioner: Master's degree in in Nursing.</li><li>For Physician Assistant: Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies. NOTE: Bachelor's degree in Physician Assistant Studies accepted based on terminal degree requirements at time of graduation.</li></ul></div><div>
Certification/Licenses/Registration:<br>
<ul><li>For Nurse Practitioner: Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas Board of Nursing. Current Texas Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN-NP), and specialty certification as required by department.</li><li>For Physician Assistant: Current license as a Physician Assistant by the State of Texas Physician Assistant Board. Specialty certification as required by department.</li></ul>
 Basic Life Support (PALS) Certification.</div></li></ul></div></div></div><p></p><p><b><br>
Work Authorization Requirement:</b></p><p><b>
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.</b> Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.</p><p></p><p><br>
Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.</p></div>

Instructor - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Convenient Urgent Care

<div><div><div>We are seeking a PartTime Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to become a part of our Convenient Urgent Care team. To provide high quality care of all patients and assist in directing staff in the support of the care of our patients.<br>
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Houston, TX 77091<br>
</div><div><b>Requirements:</b><br>
</div><ul><li>Bilingual-Spanish preferred</li>
<li>Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program</li>
<li>NP/PA Certification and TX licensure are required</li>
<li>The employee shall meet the requirements of the Texas Board of Medical Examiners; and be licensed to practice medicine without restrictions within the State of Texas</li>
<li>Licensure must be unencumbered, free of any open/unresolved disciplinary actions including probation or restrictions against privilege to practice</li>
<li>Current DEA certification</li>
<li>Current CPR certification required</li>
<li>Must be computer literate with ability to enter information in the Convenient Urgent Care Clinic EMR system and compile reports or data as requested</li>
<li>Must be able to meet and maintain current credentialing and privileging requirements</li>
<li>Valid Texas Driver&rsquo;s License</li>
<li>Willingness to work Weekends</li>
<li>2-3 Experience Required (Minimum)</li>
<li>10.5 HR Shifts</li>
</ul><div><b>Responsibilities:</b><br>
</div><ul><li>Diagnose and treat acute, episodic or chronic illnesses</li>
<li>Prescribe all necessary medications and treatments</li>
<li>Perform comprehensive physical examinations of patients</li>
<li>Develop and implement patient management policies and procedures</li>
<li>Facilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilities</li>
<li>Communicate with collaborating physician or specialist regarding patient care</li>
<li>Assists Medical Director in developing clinical practice guidelines</li>
<li>Ability to follow Clinical practice guidelines &ndash; including adhering to the immunization policy and the Convenient Urgent Care Management Compliance Policy</li>
</ul><div><b>Qualifications:</b><br>
</div><ul><li>Previous experience in nursing or other medical fields</li>
<li>Ability to build rapport with patients</li>
<li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Strong leadership qualities</li>
<li>Experience working in Urgent Care Setting</li>
<li>Experience with Medical Procedures: Laceration Repair, Stitches/Sutures/Staples, Incision and Drainage, Subungual Hematoma, Ingrown Toenail Removal, Splint/Casting, Aspiration Procedures, Trigger Point Injection</li>
<li>Experience with Weight-loss Management</li>
<li>Experience with administering IV</li>
<li>EMR Experience Eclinicals</li></ul></div></div>

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

AOC Outreach Services

<p>The purpose of this position is to provide a range of services geared toward engaging, supporting, and coaching parents, children, and youth in child welfare. The goal is to develop rapport with the child/youth and aid in optimizing the child&rsquo;s functioning in the most efficient and effective manner possible. The Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP-CS) will provide goal directed interventions to stabilize children and youth in transition. We are seeking qualified QMHP-CS with a degree in the field and at least one year of experience in the field. Completion of Daily session notes with 24hr after session.</p><p>WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM</p><p>AOC Outreach Services mission is to provide special needs children and their families, the opportunity to succeed with our innovative and effective programs. We strive to provide the best quality mental health services in an effort for individuals to become self-empowering and develop strengths to live a healthy and productive life.</p><p>JOB RESPONSIBILITIES</p><ul><li>QMHP-CS providers are eligible to deliver MHTCM and MH rehabilitative services and must meet the following minimum credentialing requirements:</li><li>Completed a standardized training curriculum</li><li>Demonstrated competency in the work to be performed</li><li>Obtained one of the following:</li><li>A bachelor&rsquo;s degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum number of hours that are equivalent to a major in psychology, social work, medicine, nursing, rehabilitation, counseling, sociology, human growth and development, physician assistant, gerontology, special education, educational psychology, early childhood education, or early childhood intervention</li><li>A license as a registered nurse (RN) Staff administering the assessment instruments must have documentation of current certification in the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths Assessment (CANS) or the Adult Needs and Strengths Assessment (ANSA). Certification must be updated annually through an approved entity. An individual who possesses any of the following licenses is considered a Licensed Practitioner of the Healing Arts (LPHA) and is automatically certified as a QMHP-CS:</li><li>Physician</li><li>Physician Assistant, Advanced Practice Registered Nurse</li><li>Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)</li><li>Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)</li><li>Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)</li><li>A QMHP-CS must be clinically supervised by another QMHP-CS. If a QMHP-CS is clinically supervised by another QMHP-CS, the supervising QMHP-CS must be clinically supervised by an LPHA.</li><li>Completion of Daily session notes with 24hr after session</li></ul><p>Preferred Education</p><p>Bachelor or Masters in Social Work</p><p>Bachelor or Masters in Sociology</p><p>Bachelor or Masters in Psychology</p><p>Early Childhood Education</p><p>Or related fields</p><p>Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract</p><p>Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul><p>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Houston, TX 77074</p>

Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP)

CVS Health

<div><p>We&rsquo;re building a world of health around every individual &mdash; shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health&reg;, you&rsquo;ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger &ndash; helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.</p><p></p><p><b>
This is a full time float position (30-35 hours / week) supporting our clinics in the Central/South Houston area!</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Hourly Payrate Range for this position and location is $66.50-77.50/hr based on experience plus shift differentials and quarterly incentive plan.</b></p><p></p><p><b>
A Brief Overview</b></p><p>
As the largest retail health care provider in the nation and a Fortune Top 10 industry leader, MinuteClinic offers a unique opportunity to deliver affordable, accessible, and comprehensive high‑quality care to patients, families, and communities. Our providers are empowered to practice holistically with strong clinical support, collaborative resources, and a unified &ldquo;one store, one team&rdquo; approach.</p><p></p><p>
This is a clinic-based role focused on delivering the highest-level quality in-person patient care. Virtual care visits may be conducted from the clinic during periods of lower onsite patient volume and when doing so does not delay or interfere with in‑person care.</p><p></p><p>
MinuteClinic is proud to hold the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Pathway to Excellence&reg; designation, recognizing our commitment to a healthy work environment through Transformational Leadership, Quality, Safety, Shared Governance, Well-being, and Professional Development.</p><p></p><p><b>
What Our Providers Enjoy</b></p><ul><li>
Autonomy to manage your practice with dedicated collaborative and organizational support</li><li>
Flexible scheduling and strong work&ndash;life balance</li><li>
Exceptional tools, training, and clinical resources</li><li>
Evidence‑based guidelines and access to leading assessment and treatment planning tools</li><li>
Opportunity to deliver both in‑person and virtual care, driven by in‑clinic patient volume</li><li>
Ability to practice at the top of your license with comprehensive clinical team support</li><li>
Significant career growth and professional development opportunities</li><li>
Charting and follow‑up completed during your scheduled shift&mdash;no work taken home</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What you will do</b></p><ul><li>
Deliver evidence‑based primary and family care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic conditions</li><li>
Provide both in-person and virtual visits (from the clinic) to support positive patient health outcomes</li><li>
Perform diagnostic testing, preventive counseling, treatment of injuries and illnesses, and coordination of care with other healthcare professionals</li><li>
Engage patients in wellness services, chronic disease management, and preventive health screenings</li><li>
Complete essential clinic operations including inventory management, clinic opening/closing, patient follow‑up, insurance verification, and payment collection</li><li>
Support a safe and efficient care environment through routine examinations and timely patient appointment management</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Education</b></p><p>
Nurse Practitioners:</p><ul><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree from an accredited Family Nurse Practitioner program</li><li>
Current national board certification (AANP or ANCC)</li><li>
Active, unrestricted state APRN license</li></ul><p></p><p>
Physician Associates:</p><ul><li>
Master of Science in Physician Assistant/Associate Studies or health‑related master&rsquo;s degree plus Bachelor of Science in PA Studies</li><li>
Current NCCPA certification</li><li>
Active, unrestricted state PA license</li></ul><p><b><br>
Essential Qualifications</b></p><p>
Nurse Practitioners (NPs):</p><ul><li>
One year of NP experience preferred; qualified new graduates may be considered</li><li>
Active, unrestricted Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) license in good standing</li><li>
Ability to provide holistic, evidence‑based care including counseling related to pregnancy prevention, STI prevention, and safer sex practices</li><li>
Ability to order/administer vaccines and injections (COVID‑19, influenza, TB testing, Depo‑Provera, etc.)</li><li>
DOT certification exam completed within 30 days of employment</li><li>
Bilingual proficiency may be required depending on market needs</li><li>
Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification</li><li>
Ability to pass a respirator FIT test</li><li>
Physical presence at assigned clinic required</li></ul><p></p><p>
Physician Associates (PAs):</p><ul><li>
Prior PA experience preferred; qualified new graduates considered</li><li>
Active, unrestricted state PA/Physician Associate license (or eligibility to obtain upon hire)</li><li>
DOT certification exam completed within 30 days of employment</li><li>
Active BLS certification</li><li>
Ability to pass a respirator FIT test</li><li>
Physical presence at assigned clinic required</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Physical Requirements</b></p><ul><li>
Ability to perform duties involving prolonged standing, walking, bending, and reaching</li><li>
Ability to perform Basic Life Support</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>
Experience with the EPIC electronic health record</li><li>
Prior MinuteClinic precepting rotation (if less than one year of provider experience; preferred but not required)</li><li>
Experience conducting patient assessments and exercising sound clinical decision‑making in a virtual care environment</li><li>
Familiarity with digital health tools and virtual communication technologies</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Anticipated Weekly Hours</b></p>
40<p></p><p><b>
Time Type</b></p>
Full time<p></p><p><b>
Pay Range</b></p><p>
The typical pay range for this role is:</p><p></p>
$46.03 - $99.14<p></p><p>
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.</p><p><br>
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.</p><p></p><p><b>
Great benefits for great people</b></p><p></p><p>
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.</p><br>
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.<p><br>
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.</p><br>
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 05/31/2026<p></p><p>
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.</p></div>

Advance Practice Provider NP/PA

Houston Methodist

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 Come lead with us at Houston Methodist Hospital
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 At Houston Methodist, the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) Flex position is responsible for functioning as novice to competent and demonstrates basic knowledge and skills necessary to communicate appropriately and carry out delegated nursing assistant level tasks for assigned age-specific, diverse patient population, assisting in the delivery of patient care and services under the supervision of a licensed nurse. This position conducts hourly rounding to ensure patient needs are met and records data established by policy and procedure, and reports observations and patient problems to the licensed nurse. The PCA Flex position performs basic patient care activities of daily living (ADL's) within unit-specific defined limits and job scope, such as assistance with patient elimination, hygiene, comfort, safety, nutrition, and progress activity and practices Patient and Family Centered Care in concert with Houston Methodist ICARE values.
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   May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
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   CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV and
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   BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
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   NVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI) - Crisis Prevention Institute
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 Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Patient Care Assistant (PCA)- Flex

Elevance Health

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 Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.
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  CareBridge Health
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 is a proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, within our Carelon business. CareBridge Health exists to enable individuals in home and community-based settings to maximize their health, independence, and quality of life through home-care and community based services.
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   Seeking Nurse Practitioners licensed in either of the following states: Texas/Indiana/Kansas/Iowa/Arizona AND must have an active RN Compact license.
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  How You Will Make An Impact
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   Oversees and manages Clinical Programs operations.
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   Provides resources and direction to Nurse Practitioners.
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   Performs physical examinations, preventive health measures, and follow up visits within prescribed guidelines and physician instructions.
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   Orders, interprets and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patients' clinical problems and health care needs.
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   Discusses case with physician and formulates and documents care plan.
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   Prescribes medication or other forms of treatment.
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   Reviews documentation to ensure compliance with best practices, protocols, and quality measures.
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   Hires, trains, coaches, counsels, and evaluates performance of direct reports.
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   Requires an MS in Nursing and minimum of 5 years of nursing experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
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   Current, unrestricted Compact RN license And current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state(s) of Texas, Indiana, Kansas, Iowa, or Arizona.
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  Preferred Skills, Capabilities And Experiences
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   Possession of DEA registration or eligibility preferred.
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   Active Medicaid number in the state of Texas, Indiana, Kansas, Iowa, or Arizona is highly preferred.
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   People management experience highly preferred.
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 Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.
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 Who We Are
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 Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities &ndash; and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.
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 How We Work
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 At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.
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 We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.
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 Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.
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 The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.
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 Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance.
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 Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.
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 Prospective employees required to be screened under Florida law should review the education and awareness resources at HB531 | Florida Agency for Health Care Administration.
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Manager, Nurse Practitioner 100% Virtual, CareBridge

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