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Summary:

Functions in a collaborative practice with physicians in a Neighborhood Health Center setting with a patient population of >90% government payor or underinsured population. Autonomously performs patient assessment, diagnosis, and intervention according to approved protocols. Is able to evaluate and incorporate social determinants of health into treatment plan. Works alongside a multidisciplinary team to effectively support a high volume of socially and medically complex patients. Supports physician to meet empaneled patient demand and quality goals. Serves as a patient advocate by collaborating with others to connect families to needed resources. Prescribes a variety of modalities to meet wellness and illness needs. Serves as a resource for office clinical personnel as needed along with precepting new providers.

Education and Experience

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses

Master's Degree in Nursing as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Physician Assistants

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses:

Current Texas professional registered nurse license

Current Texas professional advanced practice registered nurse license

Certified as a Family or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner required

Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR) required

Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred*

Physician Assistants:

Current Texas professional physician assistant license

Certified as a PA-C

Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR) required

Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) preferred*

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About Cook Children's:

Our not-for-profit organization is comprised of a flagship medical center in Fort Worth, Texas, a new medical center in Prosper, Texas, a physician network, home health company, surgery centers, health plan, health services, and health foundation. With more than 60 primary, specialty and urgent care locations throughout Texas, families can access our top-ranked specialty programs and network of services to meet the unique needs of their child. Cook Children's is honored to continually receive recognition for our outstanding efforts and outcomes in pediatric health care.

At Cook Children's, we're more than a health care system--we're your friends, neighbors and even family members. And we're parents too, so we can see the world through your eyes. We see what you're going through--and how we can help you and your child get the best care and support possible.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.