Cleveland Clinic
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant I - Cardiology
Cleveland Clinic, Port Saint Lucie, Florida, us, 34985
Overview
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant I - Cardiology at Cleveland Clinic. Nationally certified Advanced Practice Provider who provides primary and/or specialty care in a variety of healthcare settings. Functions in collaboration with the health care team in accordance with certification and licensure. Practice emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention and the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health problems. Responsible for dissemination of knowledge through instructing, leading and developing educational programs. Cleveland Clinic Florida is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our Cardiology team at Tradition Hospital. Primary responsibilities include clinic day rotations, inpatient rounding and stress testing. New graduates are welcome to apply, especially with cardiology RN experience or clinical rotations.
Responsibilities
Conducts thorough medical histories, performs complete physical examinations (where indicated), initiates appropriate lab, radiology tests or other special tests required for evaluation of illness, and scrutinizes lab data to establish a record of the patient's current health status and to develop a working diagnosis and treatment plan. Works in collaboration with the health care team. Performs and interprets common laboratory, radiologic, cardiographic and other routine diagnostic procedures used to identify pathophysiologic processes as credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and the Governing Body of the applicable hospitals. Performs routine and specialized procedures as credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and the Governing Body of the applicable hospitals. May prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by license through applicable state board and Cleveland Clinic policies. Educates patients and answers questions regarding their disease, treatments, related drug and treatment side effects and hazards. Participates in medical team rounds; collaborates with nursing, medical and other healthcare team members regularly to ensure quality patient care. Refers patients to specialists as appropriate for consultation or for specialized health resources and treatment. Ensures continuity of care by serving as a liaison between patient and other members of the multi-disciplinary care team or with other specialty areas as necessary. Participates in quality monitoring through the review of records and treatment plans for patient outcomes on a periodic basis to assure quality care. Facilitates appropriate length of stay, discharge planning and compliance with regulatory standards for inpatient management. Supports professional development of the health care team. Promotes translation of evidence-based practices, guidelines, and research. May conduct research studies. May assist in data collection and analysis. May serve as clinical preceptor for students. May onboard new caregivers. Other duties as assigned.
Education and Certifications
Education: APRN or PA credentials as applicable. APRN: MSN required upon hire or within 3 years of hire for external hires and internal hires moving from a non-APRN licensed role to an APRN licensed role; Graduate of an accredited APRN program. If in neonatal care service area, Master’s Degree is required upon hire. PA: Graduate of an ARC-approved Physician Assistant Program. Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies and/or higher degree obtained from a program recognized by the state Licensing Board. Languages: English (oral and written).
Licensure and Professional Certifications
NP: Currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in applicable state(s); licensed as an RN in applicable state(s); national certification as a Nurse Practitioner; BLS required; ACLS or PALS (or NRP) may be required based on work setting; must be credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and the Governing Body of the applicable hospitals. PA: NCCPA certification; license to practice and prescribe issued by state Licensing Board; current DEA license or designation as required; BLS required; ACLS or PALS (or ATLS/NRP) may be required based on work setting; must have a Physician Supervision Agreement and be credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and the Governing Body of the applicable hospitals.
Work Experience
Related clinical experience preferred.
Physical Requirements
Walk and stand for long periods; manual and finger dexterity; corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds; may require exposure to infectious diseases and/or body fluids.
Personal Protective Equipment
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: Salaries may be shown on independent job search websites and reflect various market averages; Cleveland Clinic invites candidates to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant I - Cardiology at Cleveland Clinic. Nationally certified Advanced Practice Provider who provides primary and/or specialty care in a variety of healthcare settings. Functions in collaboration with the health care team in accordance with certification and licensure. Practice emphasizes health promotion, disease prevention and the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic health problems. Responsible for dissemination of knowledge through instructing, leading and developing educational programs. Cleveland Clinic Florida is seeking an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join our Cardiology team at Tradition Hospital. Primary responsibilities include clinic day rotations, inpatient rounding and stress testing. New graduates are welcome to apply, especially with cardiology RN experience or clinical rotations.
Responsibilities
Conducts thorough medical histories, performs complete physical examinations (where indicated), initiates appropriate lab, radiology tests or other special tests required for evaluation of illness, and scrutinizes lab data to establish a record of the patient's current health status and to develop a working diagnosis and treatment plan. Works in collaboration with the health care team. Performs and interprets common laboratory, radiologic, cardiographic and other routine diagnostic procedures used to identify pathophysiologic processes as credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and the Governing Body of the applicable hospitals. Performs routine and specialized procedures as credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and the Governing Body of the applicable hospitals. May prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by license through applicable state board and Cleveland Clinic policies. Educates patients and answers questions regarding their disease, treatments, related drug and treatment side effects and hazards. Participates in medical team rounds; collaborates with nursing, medical and other healthcare team members regularly to ensure quality patient care. Refers patients to specialists as appropriate for consultation or for specialized health resources and treatment. Ensures continuity of care by serving as a liaison between patient and other members of the multi-disciplinary care team or with other specialty areas as necessary. Participates in quality monitoring through the review of records and treatment plans for patient outcomes on a periodic basis to assure quality care. Facilitates appropriate length of stay, discharge planning and compliance with regulatory standards for inpatient management. Supports professional development of the health care team. Promotes translation of evidence-based practices, guidelines, and research. May conduct research studies. May assist in data collection and analysis. May serve as clinical preceptor for students. May onboard new caregivers. Other duties as assigned.
Education and Certifications
Education: APRN or PA credentials as applicable. APRN: MSN required upon hire or within 3 years of hire for external hires and internal hires moving from a non-APRN licensed role to an APRN licensed role; Graduate of an accredited APRN program. If in neonatal care service area, Master’s Degree is required upon hire. PA: Graduate of an ARC-approved Physician Assistant Program. Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies and/or higher degree obtained from a program recognized by the state Licensing Board. Languages: English (oral and written).
Licensure and Professional Certifications
NP: Currently licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in applicable state(s); licensed as an RN in applicable state(s); national certification as a Nurse Practitioner; BLS required; ACLS or PALS (or NRP) may be required based on work setting; must be credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and the Governing Body of the applicable hospitals. PA: NCCPA certification; license to practice and prescribe issued by state Licensing Board; current DEA license or designation as required; BLS required; ACLS or PALS (or ATLS/NRP) may be required based on work setting; must have a Physician Supervision Agreement and be credentialed and privileged by the Medical Executive Committee and the Governing Body of the applicable hospitals.
Work Experience
Related clinical experience preferred.
Physical Requirements
Walk and stand for long periods; manual and finger dexterity; corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds; may require exposure to infectious diseases and/or body fluids.
Personal Protective Equipment
Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: Salaries may be shown on independent job search websites and reflect various market averages; Cleveland Clinic invites candidates to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Other Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
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