Pediatric Nurse Salary in Houston, TX

McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston), a leading academic health center, invites applications for multiple full-time, UT Health Houston Children's Heart Institute Nurse Practitioners - Acute Care to work with the Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital Heart Center Cardiology. The Children's Heart Institute (CHI) is looking for a dedicated team member to join our Pediatric and Congenital Heart family. We are a team that is passionate about caring for children and their families affected by congenital heart disease and committed to the advancement in healthcare. Our patients in the CHI are among the most complex patients in the world.Location: 6410 Fannin St, Houston TXSchedule: 16 shifts/month (10hr shifts) / 1 weekend per month rotationYou will be a full-time employee at UTHealth of Houston and work as part of the team with the Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital. You will enjoy all of our benefits, including first rate healthcare options and an outstanding retirement program offered by the State of Texas.We reward our team members for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, competitive pay, insurance, etc.)What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That's where you come in.Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue! Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more! Position Summary:Provides advanced nursing care to patients with complex acute, critical, and/or chronic health conditions in a clinic or hospital setting in one or more specialized areas under the direction of a physician.Position Key Accountabilities:1. Conducts complex, standardized patient care procedures which require experience and specialized training which would otherwise be performed by a physician, but which do not constitute the practice of medicine.2. Conducts independent and physician supervised rounding on unit.3. Performs relevant patient evaluations and assessments, and provides appropriate treatment; including monitoring and ordering medications.4. Coordinates, directs, and implements the patient's plan of care.5. Assists in collecting patient histories, screens for co-morbidities, and provides guidance and preventative health care as needed.6. Performs physical examinations and provides episodic care, or problem-oriented care, under the supervision of a physician.7. Orders appropriate laboratory, diagnostic and radiographic tests, and interprets results.8. Monitors the treatment program of the patient to inform the attending physician of pertinent medical information.9. Facilitates patient education relating to medical processes, medication, nutrition, and health promotion or preventative health care.10. Assists physicians in formulating therapeutic decisions.11. Maintains appropriate records, and prepares charts for review and counter signature by physician.12. Prepares and cares for supplies and equipment.13. Responds to emergency situations.14. Performs within the scope of practice prescribed by licensure and certification.15. Performs other duties as assigned.Certification/Skills:Current Texas Licensure as a Registered NurseCurrent Texas Licensure as an APRN-NPCurrent specialty certification as required by department, excluding FNP certification unless paired with a post master's certification in specialty.Basic Life Support (BLS) certified or specialty certification as required by department.Minimum Education:Masters in Nursing as NP or Masters in Nursing with completion of a post-masters Nurse Practitioner Certification Program.Minimum Experience:None; previous experience in area of clinical focus preferred.Physical Requirements:Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.Security Sensitive:This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215Veteran Information:Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 0904, 0963, 1976, 46Y1C, 46Y1H, 66B, 66C, 4A0X1, 46YX, 65D, 230X, PHA10, 42GX, 66P, 66R, 290X.For a complete list please visit www.uthealth-veterans.jobs .Residency Requirement:Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth Houston), a leading academic health center, invites applications for multiple full-time, UT Health Houston Children's Heart Institute Advanced Care Provider Coordinator to work with the Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital Heart Center Cardiology and to manage the Pediatric Cardiology APP Team. The Children's Heart Institute (CHI) is looking for a dedicated team member to join our Pediatric and Congenital Heart family. We are a team that is passionate about caring for children and their families affected by congenital heart disease and committed to the advancement in healthcare. Our patients in the CHI are among the most complex patients in the world.Location: 6410 Fannin St, Houston TXSchedule: 16 shifts/month (10hr shifts) / 1 weekend per month rotationYou will be a full-time employee at UTHealth of Houston and work as part of the team with the Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital. You will enjoy all of our benefits, including first rate healthcare options and an outstanding retirement program offered by the State of Texas.We reward our team members for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, competitive pay, insurance, etc.) What we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That's where you come in. Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue! Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more! Position Summary: Provides advanced medical care to patients with complex acute, critical, and/or chronic health conditions in a clinic or hospital setting in one or more specialized areas under the direction of a physician. Position Key Accountabilities: 1. Conducts complex, standardized patient care procedures which require experience and specialized training which would otherwise be performed by a physician, but which do not constitute the practice of medicine.2. Conducts independent and physician supervised rounding on unit.Performs relevant patient evaluations and assessments and provides appropriate treatment; including monitoring and ordering medications.3. Coordinates, directs, and implements the patient's plan of care.4. Assists in collecting patient histories, screens for co-morbidities, and provides guidance and preventative health care as needed.5. Performs physical examinations and provides episodic care or problem-oriented care under the supervision of a physician.6. Orders appropriate laboratory, diagnostic and radiographic tests and interprets the results.7. Monitors the treatment program of the patient to inform the attending physician of pertinent medical information.8. Facilitates patient education relating to medical processes, medication, nutrition and health promotion or preventive health.9. Assists physicians in formulating therapeutic decisions.10. Maintains appropriate records, and prepares chart documentation for review and counter signature by the physician.11. Prepares and cares for supplies and equipment.12. Responds to emergency situations.13. Performs within the scope of practice prescribed by licensure and certification.14. Coordinates administrative Services of Nurse Practitioners and/or Physician Assistants, and handles continuing education functions such as in-services and seminar series.15. Participates on hospital committees and task forces representing patient or community interests, and plans, develops, and implements a system designed to meet regulatory requirements for all Continuing Medical Education (CME) requirements.16. Performs other duties as assigned.Certification/Skills:Current Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse and Current Texas Licensure as an APRN-NP ORCurrent Texas Licensure and Certification as a Physician AssistantBasic Life Support (BLS) Certified or specialty certification as required by departmentMinimum Education:Masters in Nursing as NP or Masters degree in Nursing with completion of a post-masters Nurse Practitioner Certification Program OR Masters degree as PA.Minimum Experience:Four years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.Physical Requirements:Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.Security Sensitive:This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215Residency Requirement:Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

Description Specialization:Emergency MedicineJob Summary:HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood is seeking a full-time Emergency Medicine Physician to join our team in Kingwood, Texas.Qualified Candidates:Must be BC/BE residency trained in emergency medicineMust have Ultrasound FellowshipIncentives/Benefits:W2 Employee Status with benefitsPaid MalpracticeNo state income taxFlexible schedulingFacility Information: 29 ED beds2.2 PPH45k annual adult patient volumeEmergency Medicine and Internal Medicine Residency ProgramDedicated Adult and Pediatric emergency roomsFlexible schedulingRobust GME programs with future fellowships: Internal Medicine, Transitional Year, Emergency Medicine, SurgeryEM Residency: Dedicated Ultrasound, Education, Sim, and Toxicology FacultyEMR- Meditech450 in-patient bedsInnovative and customized cardiovascular services, including open heart and vascular surgeryHome to the only DNV-Healthcare certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in Northeast Houston and the first in the area to receive the designation of Accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI Cycle III by the Society of Chest Pain CentersState-of-the-art imaging and endoscopy services for more accurate diagnosis and treatment plansComprehensive Stroke Center and Accredited Chest Pain CenterSolis Mammography Center providing expert breast careInpatient rehabilitation for physical recovery from stroke, trauma, orthopedic injuries, and moreAn advanced Brain & Spine Center, which includes a DNV Comprehensive Stroke Center and the Sleep Center of ExcellenceWomen’s Center with a high-risk OB and Level III NICU, as well as pediatric services with access to pediatric specialistsOrthopedic Center offering total joint replacement surgery using advanced technologyEducational and outreach programsChest Pain Center: As an Accredited Chest Pain Center, we meet quality-of-care measures in acute cardiac medicine. We also offer a STEMI (St-Elevation Myocardial Infarction) program so that our heart attack response team can effectively treat the most serious heart attack patients during a critical window of care.Obstetrical Emergency Department: Located at the Women & Children's Center, the OBED houses an in-hospital OB/GYN 24/7 (or OB hospitalist), who evaluates women with obstetric issues, consults with the patient's primary physician or OB/GYN, and is ready for any obstetric emergency that might arise.Pediatric Emergency Center: We provide 24/7 pediatric emergency care in a safe, comfortable, child-friendly environment. Our pediatric team includes board-certified pediatricians, ER physicians, and specialists, as well as registered nurses skilled in communicating with and caring for children.Stroke care: As a Comprehensive Stroke Center, we are able to provide the highest level of stroke care possible. Our emergency CT scanning allows us to quickly determine the type of stroke and start providing care. In addition, our hospital provides a comprehensive neurological and stroke rehab program.Welcome to Kingwood, Texas, a picturesque master-planned community nestled among the lush forests and serene lakes of the northeast Houston area, offering residents a harmonious blend of natural beauty, modern amenities, and community charm. Here's why Kingwood should be your next home:Master-Planned Community: Experience the benefits of living in a meticulously planned community, with thoughtfully designed neighborhoods, greenbelts, and parks that enhance the quality of life for residents.Top-rated Schools: Benefit from Kingwood's top-rated schools, including Kingwood High School and Kingwood Park High School, known for their academic excellence, extracurricular activities, and supportive learning environment.Family-friendly Environment: Discover a family-friendly environment in Kingwood, with safe neighborhoods, recreational facilities, and community events catering to residents of all ages, making it an ideal place to raise a family.Outdoor Recreation: Enjoy outdoor recreation opportunities in Kingwood's scenic surroundings, including parks, nature trails, and nearby lakes perfect for hiking, biking, fishing, and picnicking.Cultural and Dining Scene: Explore Kingwood's emerging cultural and dining scene, with local restaurants, cafes, and eateries offering a variety of cuisines to satisfy every palate, as well as cultural events and festivals that showcase the community's diverse heritage.Convenient Location: Enjoy the convenience of Kingwood's central location, with easy access to major highways and transportation routes, making it a commuter-friendly community within reach of nearby urban centers like Houston and The Woodlands.Come discover why Kingwood, Texas, is more than just a community—it's a welcoming and vibrant city offering a high quality of life, suburban charm, and a strong sense of community for residents to enjoy and embrace! 

Description Specialization:Emergency MedicineJob Summary:HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood is seeking a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Medical Director to join our team at Kingwood Medical Center in Kingwood, Texas.Qualified Candidates:Must be BC in pediatric emergency medicineLeadership experience preferred but not requiredIncentives/Benefits:W2 Employee Status with benefitsFacility Information: 12-bed EDLevel II and Level III NICU’s24 hours of physician coverage and 16 hours of APP coverageEM residency program with GME appointments with the University of HoustonAs a part of HCA Houston Healthcare, we are proud to offer our community access to advanced medical care and physicians trained at top hospitals.Committed to the care and improvement of our patients and community, we provide the following:24-hour emergency roomsInnovative and customized cardiovascular services, including open heart and vascular surgeryState-of-the-art imaging and endoscopy services for more accurate diagnosis and treatment plansSolis Mammography Center providing expert breast careInpatient rehabilitation for physical recovery from stroke, trauma, orthopedic injuries, and moreAn advanced Brain & Spine Center, which includes a DNV Comprehensive Stroke Center and the Sleep Center of ExcellenceWomen’s Center with a high-risk OB and Level III NICU, as well as pediatric services with access to pediatric specialistsOrthopedic Center offering total joint replacement surgery using advanced technologyEducational and outreach programsKingwood emergency care servicesThe ER on the HCA Houston Kingwood campus provides the closest full-service care in northeast Houston. We have board-certified ER physicians, registered nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and emergency care technicians who work as a team to ensure we deliver the highest-quality care in the most efficient manner. Some of our emergency care services include:Heart attack: As an Accredited Chest Pain Center, we meet quality-of-care measures in acute cardiac medicine. We also offer a STEMI (St-Elevation Myocardial Infarction) program so that our heart attack response team can effectively treat the most serious heart attack patients during a critical window of care.Obstetrical Emergency Department: Located at the Women & Children's Center, the OBED houses an in-hospital OB/GYN 24/7 (or OB hospitalist), who evaluates women with obstetric issues, consults with the patient's primary physician or OB/GYN, and is ready for any obstetric emergency that might arise.Pediatric Emergency Center: We provide 24/7 pediatric emergency care in a safe, comfortable, child-friendly environment. Our pediatric team includes board-certified pediatricians, ER physicians, and specialists, as well as registered nurses skilled in communicating with and caring for children.Stroke care: As a Comprehensive Stroke Center, we are able to provide the highest level of stroke care possible. Our emergency CT scanning allows us to quickly determine the type of stroke and start providing care. In addition, our hospital provides a comprehensive neurological and stroke rehab program.Kingwood has a population of about 65,000 with almost 200,000 people living within a ten mile radius. Kingwood is best known for being a community that exists in harmony with nature. Kingwood's heavily wooded acreage is canopied with tall pines and magnolias, along with 20 other types of shade trees. The community is host to a variety of wildlife including deer, fish, birds, and more, that can be found in the 500+ acres of private nature preserves and parks.­ Over 75 miles of hike and bike trails, known as the "greenbelt," run through Kingwood's naturally beautiful woods and lakes. These trails are great for exercising, walking, or bicycling. Kingwood is also a thriving commercial center. Big name retail, shopping, and dining venues call Kingwood home and can be found throughout the area, mostly near the front of Kingwood Drive and in Kingwood's Town Center off of Lake Houston Parkway. In addition, Kingwood is only three miles north of Deerbrook Mall and Humble, Texas' commercial centers. Kingwood is generally considered to have good commute times relative to surrounding Houston communities. 

Description Specialization:Emergency MedicineJob Summary:HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood is seeking a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician to join our team at Kingwood Medical Center in Kingwood, Texas.Qualified Candidates:Must be BC in pediatric emergency medicineMust be PEM or Pediatrician with ED experienceIncentives/Benefits:W2 Employee Status with benefitsNo state income taxFacility Information: 12-bed EDLevel II and Level III NICU’s24 hours of physician coverage and 16 hours of APP coverageEM residency program with GME appointments with the University of HoustonAbout HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood:This is a 14-hospital, comprehensive pediatric care network led by pediatric EM-trained physicians with full inpatient, NICU, PICU, and Pediatric sub-specialty services. We offer the highest level of evidence-based care for children across the region. A culture committed to excellence in pediatric care, supported by pediatric nurses and child life professionals. Providers enjoy leadership opportunities, a collegial environment, a team approach, and a compensation plan in the top 10% nationally.As part of the nationwide HCA Healthcare system, Kingwood patients have access to advanced medical care and physicians trained at top hospitals. HCA and Kingwood Medical Center also provide the communities of Northeast Houston, Humble, New Caney and Cleveland, Texas with education and outreach programs. Our doctors, nurses, and staff are committed to preserving and extending the health of our patients. Here are just a few ways we show that commitment:24-hour emergency room Innovative and customized cardiovascular services, including heart and vascular surgeryState-of-the-art imaging and endoscopy services for more accurate diagnosis and treatment plansInpatient rehab for physical recovery from stroke, trauma, orthopedic injuries, and moreNeurosciences program, including our Joint-Commission-accredited Primary Stroke Center and the Sleep Center of ExcellenceWomen’s Center and pediatric services with access to pediatric specialists 24/7Community:Kingwood has a population of about 65,000 with almost 200,000 people living within a ten mile radius. Kingwood is best known for being a community that exists in harmony with nature. Kingwood's heavily wooded acreage is canopied with tall pines and magnolias, along with 20 other types of shade trees. The community is host to a variety of wildlife, including deer, fish, birds, and more, that can be found in the 500+ acres of private nature preserves and parks. Over 75 miles of hike and bike trails, known as the "greenbelt," run through Kingwood's naturally beautiful woods and lakes. These trails are great for exercising, walking, or bicycling. Kingwood is also a thriving commercial center. Big name retail, shopping, and dining venues call Kingwood home and can be found throughout the area, mostly near the front of Kingwood Drive and in Kingwood's Town Center off of Lake Houston Parkway. In addition, Kingwood is only three miles north of Deerbrook Mall and Humble, Texas' commercial centers. Kingwood is generally considered to have good commute times relative to surrounding Houston communities. 

Position Summary: Focuses on safety, performing patient care activities or tasks for psychiatric patients as well as maintaining a therapeutic and safe environment under the direction of the licensed staff. Must be comfortable working with mental health patients, many of whom have experienced trauma, in a compassionate and professional manner while promoting a safe environment. This is a full-time position.Shift available:3p-11:30p, rotating weekends and holidaysWhat we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That's where you come in.Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue! Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more! Position Key Accountabilities: 1. Provides inpatient and outpatient non-skilled nursing for psychiatric patients. 2. Provides supervision of patients on suicide or other critical precautions, 1:1 or 2:1, which requires a staff member to be within continuous arm's length of a patient. 3. Responsible for operating equipment such as IVAC, Sphygmomanometer and Scale. 4. Assist patients with activities of daily living i.e. bathing, shaving, hygiene, toileting, and grooming, while respecting the patient's privacy, to the extent possible. 5. Interact and engage with patients in a therapeutic manner using Trauma informed care and therapeutic communication strategies. 6. Participates in implementing and formulating patients' treatment plan based on experience and close observation of patients. 7. Helps maintain a therapeutic milieu. Assists with milieu management and uses crisis de-escalation and trauma informed care strategies to reduce destructive and disruptive patient behavior and ensures the safety of patient, self, and others. Recognizes early warning signs of worsening patient behaviors and intervenes appropriately. 8. Facilitates patients' groups and participation in therapeutic activities (i.e. community meeting, transition, and wrap-up groups etc.). 9. Implement crisis management skills (de-escalation skills) as directed by licensed staff, including situations where the patient could be in danger, suffer self-inflicted harm, or harm others. 10. Must be able to restrain an adult, adolescent, or pediatric patient within the guidelines currently in use at HCPC, including circumstances where the patient is violent or aggressive towards staff and others, including other patients. 11. In certain circumstances, must be able to maintain initial physical control of an adult, adolescent or pediatric patient individually until assistance from other team members arrive. 12. Escorts patients on and off campus for medical emergencies and diagnostic procedures when required. 13. Conducts patient Q15 and Q30 minutes observation rounds with appropriate documentation, and one to one observation. Observes patient condition for signs/symptoms consistent with illness or mental status change; reports observations about patient condition to the nurse. 14. Conducts environmental rounds on unit for safety. 15. Performs other duties as assigned by the nurse. Certification/Skills: Minimum Education: High school diploma or equivalent Minimum Experience: One (1) year of experience in a patient care environment, Mental Health Technician/Psychiatric Technician Certificate, CNA Certification, MA Certification, EMT Certification, Sixty hours of college credit in a related discipline, or successfully completed the Psychiatric Technician Internship program. Physical Requirements: Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. Security Sensitive: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215 Veteran Information: Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 46P1, 46P3, 46P4, 46PX, 66C, 001387, 4A0X1, 68X.For a complete list please visit http://www.uthealth-veterans.jobs/ . Residency Requirement: Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

Position Summary: Focuses on safety, performing patient care activities or tasks for psychiatric patients as well as maintaining a therapeutic and safe environment under the direction of the licensed staff. Must be comfortable working with mental health patients, many of whom have experienced trauma, in a compassionate and professional manner while promoting a safe environment. This is a part-time position. Shifts available: 7a-3:30p, rotating weekends and holidays 3p-11:30p, rotating weekends and holidays 11p-7:30a, rotating weekends and holidaysWhat we do here changes the world. UTHealth Houston is Texas' resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That's where you come in.Once you join us you won't want to leave. It's because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you'd expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time - all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) The longer you stay, the more vacation you'll accrue! Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! We take care of our employees! As a world-renowned institution, our employees' wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... Free financial and legal counseling Free mental health counseling services Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. Resources for child and elder care Plus many more! Position Key Accountabilities: 1. Provides inpatient and outpatient non-skilled nursing for psychiatric patients. 2. Provides supervision of patients on suicide or other critical precautions, 1:1 or 2:1, which requires a staff member to be within continuous arm's length of a patient. 3. Responsible for operating equipment such as IVAC, Sphygmomanometer and Scale. 4. Assist patients with activities of daily living i.e. bathing, shaving, hygiene, toileting, and grooming, while respecting the patient's privacy, to the extent possible. 5. Interact and engage with patients in a therapeutic manner using Trauma informed care and therapeutic communication strategies. 6. Participates in implementing and formulating patients' treatment plan based on experience and close observation of patients. 7. Helps maintain a therapeutic milieu. Assists with milieu management and uses crisis de-escalation and trauma informed care strategies to reduce destructive and disruptive patient behavior and ensures the safety of patient, self, and others. Recognizes early warning signs of worsening patient behaviors and intervenes appropriately. 8. Facilitates patients' groups and participation in therapeutic activities (i.e. community meeting, transition, and wrap-up groups etc.). 9. Implement crisis management skills (de-escalation skills) as directed by licensed staff, including situations where the patient could be in danger, suffer self-inflicted harm, or harm others. 10. Must be able to restrain an adult, adolescent, or pediatric patient within the guidelines currently in use at HCPC, including circumstances where the patient is violent or aggressive towards staff and others, including other patients. 11. In certain circumstances, must be able to maintain initial physical control of an adult, adolescent or pediatric patient individually until assistance from other team members arrive. 12. Escorts patients on and off campus for medical emergencies and diagnostic procedures when required. 13. Conducts patient Q15 and Q30 minutes observation rounds with appropriate documentation, and one to one observation. Observes patient condition for signs/symptoms consistent with illness or mental status change; reports observations about patient condition to the nurse. 14. Conducts environmental rounds on unit for safety. 15. Performs other duties as assigned by the nurse.Certification/Skills:Minimum Education:High school diploma or equivalentMinimum Experience:One (1) year of experience in a patient care environment, Mental Health Technician/Psychiatric Technician Certificate, CNA Certification, MA Certification, EMT Certification, Sixty hours of college credit in a related discipline, or successfully completed the Psychiatric Technician Internship program.Physical Requirements:Exerts up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.Security Sensitive:This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215Veteran Information:Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include but are not limited to: 46P1, 46P3, 46P4, 46PX, 66C, 001387, 4A0X1, 68X.For a complete list please visit http://www.uthealth-veterans.jobs/ .Residency Requirement:Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.

Location: Houston, TXSalary: Depends on ExperienceDescription: Job Title: Nurse Practitioner - Home Health Risk Assessments Overview: Our client is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients in the comfort of their homes. We are currently seeking skilled Nurse Practitioners to join our team in Harris County, TX, and the surrounding areas. Job Details: Part-time: 2-3 days a week (10 - 15 visits), with scheduling based on needs and NP's availability (needs may fluctuate throughout the year) Ongoing contract position Compensation: Best rates per assessment, plus mileage reimbursement Job Description: As a Nurse Practitioner, you will be responsible for conducting Health Risk Assessments (HRAs) through house calls within the Montgomery area. In this role, you will: Travel to patients' homes, nursing homes, or other health facilities to perform comprehensive history and physical assessments Document acute, chronic, and long-term healthcare issues accurately and efficiently using our EMR system Ensure all appropriate consent forms are signed and dated Interact frequently with patients, coders, schedulers, and supervising physicians Educate patients and their families on chronic medical conditions, preventative care, and medication adherence Complete referrals to case management, nursing, pharmacy, and other services as needed Participate in clinical meetings and compliance trainings (primarily web-based, with occasional on-site training) Review patient records for past and present health issues Collaborate with the supervising physician and other members of the healthcare team Interpret laboratory data and diagnostic testing when available to assist in diagnosing medical conditions Perform ADL and Fall Risk evaluations, Depression and Nutritional Health Screenings, BMI evaluations, and medication reconciliations Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervising physician, such as diabetic retinal exams, bone density scans, etc. Qualifications: Family Nurse Practitioner certification required (Adult NP may be considered if no pediatric patients will be seen) Board certification by the ANCC or AANP Active/unrestricted Maryland NP license (new graduates will be considered) Ability to be credentialed by Medicare, Medicaid, and other private insurance companies Proficiency with various computer-based applications (MS Office, logging into programs, navigating different software, typing) and utilizing websites to perform required duties Strong background or interest in primary care and preventative medicine (preferred) Access to a personal car with adequate automobile insurance Highly motivated, self-directed professional with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently Home internet connection Excellent clinical assessment and analytical skills To Apply: Please send your updated resume to Cole Dutton at [email protected] for immediate consideration. We appreciate your interest in joining our team and I look forward to hearing from you. Contact: [email protected] job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Find us on the web at www.judge.com

McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston , a leading academic health center, invites applications for a faculty position in Neonatology at the Assistant/Associate/or Full Professor level in the Department of Pediatrics . The selected candidate will contribute to the department's missions to educate health science professionals, discover and translate advances in the biomedical and social sciences, and model the best practices in clinical care and public health, with a focus on expanding the Department's clinical and research program in neonatal follow-up and outcomes. The institution plans to invest in the development of state of the art neurodevelopmental follow-up program with corresponding quality improvement and research activities.McGovern Medical School is located in the Texas Medical Center (TMC) , Houston, Texas. The primary clinical site for the neonatology program is the Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital, (CMHH) a 332-bed Children's and Women's quaternary care facility with Level IV Maternal and Neonatal Intensive Care designation and a Level I Pediatric Trauma and Surgery Center. Both the CMHH and TMC offer an unparalleled clinical and academic environment for the care of the children of Greater Houston, one of the fastest-growing and most diverse cities in the nation. The Division of Neonatology services extend into the community at an additional six Level II and III NICUs across the Memorial Hermann Health System and the Lyndon Baines Johnson Hospital , Harris Health System. Position Key Accountabilities: This full-time position will report to the Chief, Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics. In this role, the successful candidate will:• Lead the future vision and expansion of the strong foundation of neonatal follow-up clinics at UTHealth Houston. Appropriate institutional resources for the development of this program will be provided.• Participate in clinical research conducted in the Division of Neonatology aligned with the candidate's research interests. UTHealth Houston is one of 15 U.S. sites of the NICHD Neonatal Research Network , and one of 7 that is also a member of the NICHD Maternal Fetal Medicine Units Network . UTHealth Houston also participates in follow-up studies for the NIH Environmental Influences on Child Health Outcomes (ECHO) Program in addition to a wide range of basic, translational, clinical, and public health research related to neonatal and infant health and medical care. The research facilities of the Division, Department, and University are extensive and the overall research environment in the Texas Medical Center is excellent and collaborative.• Provide direct patient care as part of a skilled team of neonatology faculty and neonatal nurse practitioners in the 118-bed Level IV neonatal intensive care unit at Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital and the Level III NICU at Lyndon Baines Johnson Hospital (Harris Health System). Our clinicians care for highly complex populations of neonates, including extremely preterm infants and those cared for by the Fetal Center at UTHealth Houston, one of the largest fetal medicine programs in the nation, the Children's Heart Institute, and other cutting-edge clinical programs.• Supervise and educate medical students, residents, and fellows in the care of NICU patients in both the acute hospital setting and in follow-up clinic settings.• Develop and sustain an environment in the patient care units that supports excellence and innovation in clinical practice and patient care. Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate programs and standards that support positive patient care outcomes following NICU discharge.• Serve as a role model in professional behavior and leadership skills, problem-solving ability, and interpersonal skills.• Delegate authority and accountability to clinical & nursing staff for clinical practice and patient care decisions that are consistent with professional standards, regulatory agencies, and organizational policies and procedures.• Participate in and/or chairing committees, work groups, and meetings as appropriate. Qualifications: The selected candidate for the position must have a Texas Medical License or be eligible for a Texas Faculty Temporary License. Board certification/eligibility in neonatal perinatal medicine required. The successful application will have track record of success in program development, research and scholarly achievement, and recognition as a leader and innovator in neonatal care and follow-up.

McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston , a leading academic health center, invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure clinical track Assistant/Associate Professor, Pediatric/Congenital Interventional Cardiologist position in the Children's Heart Institute , Division of Pediatric Cardiology .The Children's Heart Institute (CHI) is seeking a pediatric/congenital interventional cardiologist to join our rapidly expanding team. The CHI team is internationally recognized for providing patients with excellent quality cardiac care for children and adults with congenital heart defects.There are 27 cardiologists offering acute care, fetal, cardiac MR/CT, interventional, electrophysiology, heart failure, transplant, pulmonary hypertension, exercise physiology, preventive and community cardiology services along with 4 dedicated congenital heart surgeons. The hospital has a 20-bed dedicated cardiac ICU, 20 intermediate care beds, and a 120-bed NICU. Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital is ranked in the top 30 pediatric cardiology and cardiac surgery programs in the 2023-2024 US News & World Report. The program has a robust general pediatric cardiology fellowship with advanced fellowships in fetal, CT/MRI, and CICU.Candidates with experience will be preferred although graduating interventional fellows are encouraged to apply. The selected candidate will contribute to the department's mission to educate health science professionals, discover and translate advances in the biomedical and social sciences, and model the best practices in clinical care and public health through research, teaching, clinical service, administrative activities, and other services. The position offers very competitive benefits, and a compensation package commensurate with training and experience.Position Key Accountabilities: Actively participate in congenital interventional procedures, ensuring the highest quality of care and patient outcomes. Work with a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals, including nurses, technologists, and support staff Collaborate with other cardiology subspecialties, surgeons, and referring physicians to optimize patient care and outcomes. Teach and mentor fellows/residents/medical students/advanced care practitioners. Participate in clinical or basic science research and/or other scholarly activities. Qualifications: MD/DO degree, or equivalent Board certified or eligible in Pediatrics, or equivalent Board certified or eligible in Pediatric Cardiology, or equivalent Advanced fellowship training in pediatric/congenital interventional cardiology with a minimum of an additional 12 months of training beyond general cardiology fellowship training Texas Medical License or eligible for a Texas Faculty Temporary License. Qualified applicants must demonstrate a commitment to excellence, discovery, and service, have the potential to be outstanding in their field of expertise, and share an interest in fulfilling the common goals of McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston.Preferred applicants will demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills with strong potential for a leadership role within the department.