Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Aura Health
Aura Health

Full-time

Pasadena, TX, USA

Posted on Sep 19, 2026
Role: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive assessments and manage complex patient conditions in a fast-paced acute setting.
  • Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications within scope, and ensure accurate electronic health record documentation.
  • Educate patients and families to promote understanding and engagement in care.
  • Support safe transitions of care and contribute to quality and performance improvement initiatives.
  • Work in an innovative, inclusive environment focused on achieving excellence in patient outcomes.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Current licensure and certification as a Nurse Practitioner with authorization for acute care practice.
  • Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and decision-making skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
  • Excellent communication and patient education skills.
  • Commitment to quality improvement and exceptional patient care.