Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

  • Nurse Practitioner - Neurosurgery

  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
  • Lubbock, Texas 79410 United States View Map
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Nurse Practitioner - Neurosurgery
Lubbock
44885BR

Position Description
Provides primary care as part of a health care team in an ambulatory setting in a particular discipline. Provides patient education and counseling as well as physical assessment. May participate in teaching programs for students and other student residents. Work is performed under usual clinic conditions and requires a high degree of contact with patients, families, and other clinic personnel and outside professionals. Some positions in the classification require travel to outreach clinics and home visits, and participation in educational efforts and special programs that occur outside of normal working hours.

Major/Essential Functions
  • During the call, expected to see new consults in hospitals and ER, as well as be available for shunt programming after MRI imaging
  • Shared call schedule during the week covering rounds at both hospitals
  • Covering call with possible 2-3 weekend days each month with additional compensation for those days.
  • Provide direct clinical care to pediatric neurosurgery patients at two different hospitals and two different TTUHSC ambulatory clinic locations.
  • Support trauma-based services.
  • Manage patient visits, develop individualized care plans, and ensure continuity and safety throughout treatment.
  • Potentially stay beyond standard clinic hours as needed to support patients and complete clinic obligations covering patients seen.
    Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatment options, medication side effects, and care plans.
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and allied health professionals to deliver holistic, team-based care.
  • Document all clinical encounters promptly and accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
  • Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Thrives in fast-paced clinical and hospital environments, adept at working both independently and collaboratively.
  • Manage patient visits, develop individualized care plans, and ensure continuity and safety throughout treatment.
  • Stay beyond standard clinic hours as needed to support patients and complete clinic obligations covering the patients seen.
  • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and allied health professionals to deliver holistic, team-based care.
  • Document all clinical encounters promptly and accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
  • Demonstrate strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment, working both independently and collaboratively.
  • Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
  • Current PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) certification. (recommended)


Required Qualifications
Graduated from an approved accredited nursing program; current RN license in the State of Texas or have the ability to transfer your license to Texas. Certification as a Nurse Practitioner in the appropriate nursing specialty from an approved certification program as recognized by the Texas State Board of Nurse Examiners. Recognition by the Texas Board of Nurse Examiners as an Advance Practitioner.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx.







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Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

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About Us

Nationally recognized for innovative programs, academic achievement, cutting-edge research and exceptional patient care, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center aims to promote a greater health environment for West Texas and beyond. While our flagship campus resides proudly in Lubbock, Texas, TTUHSC operates five schools with campuses in Abilene, Amarillo, Dallas/Fort Worth, Lubbock and the Permian Basin (Midland & Odessa).

Like Texas itself, we are an independent and proud institution that is part of a larger union, the Texas Tech University System. As a university separate from Texas Tech University, we have been entrusted with a singular charge: to teach the next generation of doctors, nurses, pharmacists, researchers and health care professionals while simultaneously providing the people of West Texas with world-class patient care. We are both an institution of higher learning and a place where real people come for life-saving medical care.

Our Mission

As a comprehensive health sciences center, our mission is to enrich the lives of others by educating students to become collaborative health care professionals, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research.

Our Values & Culture

Through our values-based culture, TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first. Our five values guide our actions and principles: Beyond Service, Kindhearted, Integrity, One Team, and Visionary.

Compensation & Benefits

We are proud to offer many exceptional employee benefits, including a generous compensation package with comprehensive benefits, medical and dental insurance, paid time off and substantial automatic retirement contributions. Additionally, we invest in employee success by providing many resources designed to support your personal and professional growth, including:

  • Comprehensive Health Plans and Other Core Insurance
  • State Retirement Programs and Pension Options
  • Retiree Insurance for Lifetime Medical Benefits
  • Continuing Education & Lifelong Learning Programs
  • Tuition scholarships for employees and their dependents
  • Leadership and Professional Development Programs
  • Mental and Physical Wellness Programs
  • Employee Recognition Programs and Longevity Pay

We are excited for you to consider joining our team at the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. Consistently ranked as a "Great College to Work For" by the Chronicle of Higher Education, TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job!

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