Nurse Practitioner - Pulmonary Medicine (Outpatient)
Baylor Scott & White Health
Baylor Scott & White Pulmonary Care Consultants - Rockwall, Texas
About Baylor Scott & White Health
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Benefits
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Position Overview
Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to join Baylor Scott & White Pulmonary Care Consultants - Rockwall. This is an excellent opportunity to join an established pulmonary practice dedicated to providing comprehensive outpatient care for patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions.
This position is 100% outpatient, offering a predictable Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM schedule with no inpatient responsibilities. The Advanced Practice Provider will work collaboratively with board-certified pulmonologists to evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with a broad spectrum of pulmonary and sleep-related disorders while delivering exceptional, patient-centered care.
The clinic provides comprehensive pulmonary services including management of asthma, COPD, chronic cough, pulmonary nodules, lung masses, pulmonary function testing, oxygen therapy, smoking cessation, and sleep-related breathing disorders.
Practice Highlights
Essential Responsibilities
Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations for patients with pulmonary and sleep-related conditions.
Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic respiratory diseases in the outpatient setting.
Develop evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physicians.
Order, interpret, and evaluate pulmonary function testing, laboratory studies, chest imaging, and other diagnostic testing.
Prescribe medications and therapeutic treatments within scope of practice.
Manage patients with conditions including, but not limited to:
Asthma
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Chronic cough
Shortness of breath
Pulmonary nodules
Lung masses
Sleep apnea
Other pulmonary and sleep disorders
Provide education regarding disease management, inhaler therapies, oxygen therapy, smoking cessation, sleep hygiene, and preventive pulmonary care.
Coordinate care with primary care providers, specialists, imaging departments, and ancillary services.
Document patient encounters accurately and efficiently within the electronic medical record.
Initiate referrals and consultations when appropriate.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with Baylor Scott & White Health policies and clinical standards.
The practice offers comprehensive evaluation and management for pulmonary conditions such as asthma, COPD, chronic cough, pulmonary nodules, pulmonary rehabilitation, oxygen therapy, pulmonary function testing, sleep apnea, insomnia, narcolepsy, and other sleep disorders.
Key Success Factors
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Qualifications
Required Education
Required Licensure & Certifications
Preferred Qualifications
Why Join Our Pulmonary Team?
Join a highly respected outpatient pulmonary practice dedicated to improving the lives of patients with respiratory and sleep disorders. You''ll work alongside experienced pulmonologists in a collaborative environment that emphasizes education, mentorship, and high-quality patient care. This role offers an excellent work-life balance with a Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM schedule, no inpatient responsibilities, and the opportunity to develop expertise in pulmonary medicine while caring for a diverse patient population. The Rockwall clinic specializes in pulmonary and sleep medicine and serves patients throughout the surrounding communities.
Belonging at Baylor Scott & White Health
At Baylor Scott & White Health, we believe every individual should feel welcomed, valued, respected, and supported. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where every team member can thrive while making a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients, colleagues, and communities.
QUALIFICATIONS
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION