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Houston, TX - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

This position will support the US Department of Veterans Affairs Critical Staffing Program. The person in this position will represent International SOS and provide services outlined below: 

International SOS is looking for an individual who is an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to provide care for VA members and their families. Nurse practitioners (NPs) are advanced practice registered nurses who provide comprehensive healthcare services including diagnosis treatment and management of various medical conditions often with the ability to prescribe medications. They focus on patientcentered care emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. The NP performs physical exams diagnoses and treats diseases and other health conditions. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized care plans. 
  • Diagnose and manage acute and chronic illnesses. 
  • Perform physical examinations and order diagnostic tests. 
  • Prescribe medications and treatments in accordance with state regulations. 
  • Provide patient education on health promotion and disease prevention. 
  • Collaborate with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care. 
  • Maintain accurate and timely medical records. 
  • Stay updated on best practices and advancements in healthcare. 
  • Advocate for patients and facilitate access to necessary resources. 
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and professional development activities.

Qualifications :

Basic Requirements/Certifications:  

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. 
  • NP Board Certification. 
  • Statespecific licensure as a nurse practitioner is required to practice. 

Education Required: 

  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree. They must also hold a valid registered nurse (RN) license and obtain national certification in their specialty area such as family pediatrics or adultgerontology.  

Physical Requirements: 

  • Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. 
  • Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time. 
  • May require bending stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs. 

Other Special Qualifications: 

  • Must be able to read write and speak English to effectively communicate. 
  • US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required. 
  • Pass/possess VA Public Trust Clearance. 


Additional Information :

Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicants background experience skills internal equity and alignment with geographical market data. 

Compensation  Min: $87hr        Max: $125hr 

Benefits Fulltime positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical dental vision and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan paid time off and an annual bonus.  International SOS complies with all federal state and local minimum wage laws. 

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with the applicable federal state and local laws. 

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race color religion gender sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability genetic information marital status amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws.


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Fulltime

Employment Type

Full-time

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