Description

Essential Job Functions

+ Manages the physical and psychological problems of the patient.

+ Identifies normal and abnormal findings.

+ Implements an individualized plan of treatment, reassess and revises plan as needed.

+ Evaluates the physical and emotional responses to medications and treatments.

+ Prescribes immunizations per recommended schedules.

+ Seeks appropriate consultation.

+ Communicates effectively with the physician and other healthcare providers to achieve desired outcomes and assure a continuous flow of patient care.

+ Initiates and maintains the Problem/Medication list at each encounter.

+ Complies with completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of documentation at each encounter.

+ Assesses the patient and facilitates consultation when indicated.

+ Directs patients to appropriate level of care and communicates all pertinent information.

+ Assists in identifying and utilizing resources and/or social agencies for further treatment or rehabilitation.

+ Demonstrates Leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of the professional nurse.

+ Demonstrates an ability to solve problems independently utilizing critical thinking skills and seeks assistance from immediate supervisor when appropriate.

+ Delegates patient care appropriately.

+ Maintains accountability for actions taken.

+ Effectively functions as a resource person.

+ Acts as a patient advocate.

+ Performs effectively in the role of preceptor/mentor to new hires and /or students.

+ Assists in maintaining / decreasing organizational/department costs.

+ Completes all competency requirements annually.

+ Provides for patient safety in compliance with hospital and physician practices policies.

+ Adheres to infection control processes, including standard precautions, to reduce the risk of acquiring or transmitting infections.

+ Utilizes two forms of patient identification before implementing any form of patient care.

+ Practices all National Patient Safety Goals.

+ Assists in the department's compliance with all regulatory agencies.

+ Participates in continuous survey readiness for inspections and survey's.

+ Participates in the non-punitive medication reporting system.

+ Ensures accountability for narcotics per regulatory/organizational policies.

+ Participates in office fire, safety, utility, hazard, and disaster drills as required.

+ Participates in on-call, weekend coverage, and first assist responsibilities as required.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ One (1) year of cardiology experience.

+ Experience with interpreting cardiac imaging and diagnostic testing.

+ Understanding and interpreting ECGs.

+ Experience managing acute and chronic cardiac issues. Including but not limited to acute coronary syndromes, arrhythmias, heart failure, pacemaker/defibrillators.

+ Willingness to train and interest in the Cardiology setting.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

+ WORK IN TEAM ENVIRONMENT: Expert

+ ELECTRONIC MEDICAL RECORD: Expert

+ DECISION MAKING ABILITY: Expert

+ COMMUNICATION WRITTEN: Expert

+ COMMUNICATION ORAL: Expert

+ ABILITY TO MULTI-TASK: Expert

Education

Required

+ Masters or better in NURSE PRACTITIONER

+ Nurse Practitioner or better in NURSE PRACTITIONER

Licenses & Certifications

Required

+ DEA

+ REGISTERED NURSE

+ CRNP-CERT

+ CRNP-LICENSE

+ BASIC LIFE SUPPORT

Experience

Preferred

+ 1 year: CARDIOLOGY EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

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