A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
09/03/2026 Job Description Job Description Job description: Accura Health is seeking an experienced PRN Field Nurse Practitioner in South, Central & North Dallas to provide high-quality primary and post-acute care services to complex patients in the home setting. This role focuses on Transitional Care Management (TCM) and House Calls , with an emphasis on preventing avoidable hospitalizations and improving patient outcomes. The Nurse Practitioner will manage an assigned coverage area and work collaboratively with physicians, care teams, and internal clinical staff. Key Responsibilities Clinical Care & Patient Management Conduct in-home evaluations and follow-up visits for complex post-acute patients Perform comprehensive routine and urgent assessments Document findings, treatments, and care plans accurately and timely Provide physical and emotional support to patients and families during periods of illness or crisis Prevent unnecessary emergency room visits and hospital readmissions through proactive care Care Coordination & Communication Communicate clinical findings and care recommendations with the Medical Director, ordering physicians, care team, and internal staff Coordinate all aspects of patient care across disciplines Collaborate with primary and specialty providers to ensure continuity of care Diagnostics, Treatment & Prescribing Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests (laboratory and radiology) within scope of practice Prescribe medications, including controlled substances, per licensure and collaborative agreements Order treatments and durable medical equipment (DME) as clinically indicated Implement therapeutic and corrective interventions as appropriate Documentation & Compliance Maintain accurate, compliant patient records to support quality care and reimbursement Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and collaborative practice agreements Initiate and support reimbursement processes for services rendered Adhere strictly to HIPAA and confidentiality standards Professional Development & Leadership Assist with training, mentoring, and supervision of nursing trainees and advanced practice students Participate in development and refinement of clinical practice guidelines Engage in ongoing professional development and continuing education Support a culture of quality, accountability, and clinical excellence Supervisory Responsibilities Supervise nursing trainees, graduate nurses, and advanced practice students during field placements Participate in interdisciplinary supervision of medical, social work, and allied health trainees as assigned Qualifications Required Certified Nurse Practitioner (NP) Active Texas Nurse Practitioner license in good standing Minimum 2 years of Nurse Practitioner experience Minimum 2 years of Primary Care experience Valid CPR certification Valid Texas driver's license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation Authorized to work legally in the United States Preferred Experience in post-acute care, geriatrics, home health, or transitional care Strong care coordination and documentation skills Medical Specialties Supported Primary Care Geriatrics Home Health Internal Medicine Wound Care Pediatrics (as applicable)
