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*Nurse Practitioner - Pulmonary (Outpatient)* *Location:* Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple, TX *Schedule:* Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM *No Call | No Weekends | No Holidays* Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Nurse Practitioner* (NP)* to join our growing *Pulmonary Medicine team* at our outpatient clinic in *Temple, Texas*. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a dynamic, collaborative team that prioritizes compassionate, high-quality care. *Position Highlights:* * *Outpatient only* - no nights, weekends, holidays, or call requirements * Independent management of patients in clinic, with close collaboration with pulmonary physicians and care team * Potential for *minor procedures*, such as *chest tube removal* * *Pulmonary experience preferred* but not required - training and mentorship provided * Join a well-established department within a nationally recognized healthcare system *Qualifications:* * Current license as a *Nurse Practitioner (NP)* in the state of Texas (or eligibility to obtain) * Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program * Ability to work autonomously in an outpatient setting * Strong communication and collaboration skills * Pulmonary or internal medicine experience is a plus, but *new graduates are welcome to apply* *About Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple* A 640-bed multi-specialty teaching hospital and the only Level I Trauma Center between Dallas and Austin. Ranked *#5 among the top 15 teaching hospitals in the U.S.* (Thomson Reuters, 2022), the hospital hosts 31 accredited residency and fellowship programs across specialties including emergency medicine and radiology. *About Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Medical Center* A 64-bed full-service children's hospital featuring 48 medical/surgical rooms and 16 private PICU rooms. Offers a 24-hour pediatric emergency department, Level II Trauma designation, advanced imaging, and a respected pediatric residency training program. *About the Community: Temple, Texas* Nestled in the heart of Central Texas, *Temple* is known for its low cost of living, no state income tax, and proximity to major cities like Austin, Dallas, and Houston. Ranked the *6th most affordable place to live in the U.S.*, Temple offers excellent schools, outdoor recreation, and a vibrant, growing community. Dubbed the "Wildflower Capital of Texas," the region provides both scenic beauty and opportunity. *QUALIFICATIONS* * EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program * EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience *CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION* * Basic Life Support (BLS): Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire or transfer. * Nurse Practitioner (NP): Must have a NP license through the state of TX.