Cardiology - Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant
About The Position
Work where every moment matters. Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. Hartford HealthCare Medical Group Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is one of the largest medical practices in New England with multiple locations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. Hartford HealthCare Medical Group consists of a team of professionals ranging from Medical Assistants to Physician Assistants and everything in between. Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is a leading provider of comprehensive resources in New England. The practice is recognized for its expertise and quality personalized care Backus Hospital For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. Backus is home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and is the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. The Hospital delivers and coordinates a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of its communities. Hartford Healthcare Heart & Vascular Institute This rapidly expanding Institute includes six acute care hospitals, including Backus Hospital. The Hartford HealthCare Heart & Vascular Institute brings together cardiac care specialists – increasing collaboration and care coordination – all under one roof. Our system of care includes a truly integrated team with the most talented, experienced, and compassionate caregivers and providers, backed by the latest cutting-edge technology. Advanced Practitioner Role Scope The Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant will provide direct care to patients in the outpatient and inpatient (hybrid) setting in collaboration with physicians. Must have the ability to identify diagnostic information that should be considered emergent and communicate timely information to physician colleagues. The Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant, in collaboration with a licensed physician and in accordance the Nurse Practitioner’s scope of practice and collaborative relationships, prescribe, dispense and administer therapeutic and corrective measures. The provider should exhibit a passion for cardiology and be open to being part of a rapidly growing institute where adaptability is paramount.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Master’s program preferred
- Licensed, or eligible to be licensed, as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of Connecticut
- Certification or eligible to be certified National Board Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse through AACN or ANCC.
- 3+ years of experience in a clinical area (such as cardiology) required
- BLS and ACLS Required
Nice To Haves
- Experience in cardiology preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care to patients in the outpatient and inpatient (hybrid) setting in collaboration with physicians.
- Identify diagnostic information that should be considered emergent and communicate timely information to physician colleagues.
- Prescribe, dispense and administer therapeutic and corrective measures in collaboration with a licensed physician and in accordance the Nurse Practitioner’s scope of practice and collaborative relationships.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Matching 401k, tiered medical, dental, and vision plans
- Generous Paid-Time Off
- Reimbursement for CME, professional society membership, licensure, and malpractice
- Proven and effective onboarding with supportive ongoing mentorship
- Leadership development opportunities through Hartford HealthCare’s Professional Leadership Development Institute
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
