Summary

The purpose of the Baylor College of Medicine Advanced Practice Clinician Critical Care Fellowship is to provide a robust clinical and didactic learning experience to both Acute Care Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants beyond the traditional PA and NP primary care focus.

The objectives are to inspire the desire to assimilate the clinical skills necessary to provide the highest level of patient care for critical care patients, develop competency in the care of critically ill patients in line with current evidence-based practices, and nurture APPs in leadership qualitites and aspirations to engage in leadership activites within the discipline on institutional, local, state, and national levels.

Job Duties

• Performs and observes the following tasks related to field of study:
  • Didactic opportunities.
  • Mentoring.
  • Professionalism training.
  • Training rotations.
  • Simulation training.
  • Elective options.
• Assists with special projects/programs related to field of study.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of postsecondary applicable degree/training program.
• May require licensure or certification in related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited physician assistant program or an accredited nurse practitioner program.
• Passed the PANCE or NPCE.
• State of Texas PA license Board Certification from ANCC or AANP.
• State of Texas ANP license.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS).