Cardiology Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant
About The Position
Infinite Medical P.C. is seeking a friendly and compassionate Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide comprehensive care to patients with heart-related conditions. The position supports residents in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities and involves working with cardiologists and an interdisciplinary healthcare team. The role includes cardiovascular assessment and treatment as well as ongoing resident care, medication management, chronic disease management, wound care, and fall prevention. Cardiology and EMR documentation training are provided for candidates without prior experience in those areas. The position is part-time, three days per week, based in Greenfield, Massachusetts. The stated annual salary range is $90,000 to $120,000.
Requirements
- Minimum six months of experience in long-term care or a skilled nursing facility.
- Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Physician license.
- DEA license.
- CPR BCLS/BLS certification.
- Master's degree in Nursing.
- Completion of a degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds and stand, walk, or work on one's feet for up to 6–8 hours per day.
Nice To Haves
- Cardiology experience is preferred; training is provided.
- Experience documenting in an EMR (Sigma, Visual, PCC, etc.) is preferred; training is provided.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including physical examinations, medical histories, and diagnostic tests.
- Collaborate with cardiologists to develop and implement treatment plans for patients with cardiovascular conditions.
- Administer medications, monitor patient responses, and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
- Conduct cardiac stress tests, electrocardiograms (EKGs), and other diagnostic procedures.
- Educate patients and their families about cardiovascular health, preventive measures, and medication adherence.
- Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and their families.
- Assist with cardiac catheterizations, angioplasties, and other invasive procedures under a cardiologist's supervision.
- Manage residents' medications, monitor for side effects, and adjust dosages as needed.
- Provide ongoing care for residents with chronic conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, and dementia, to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
- Assess and treat wounds to promote healing and prevent complications.
- Identify residents at risk for falls and implement strategies to reduce fall incidents.
- Apply knowledge of CMS regulations and NCQA HEDIS guidelines.
- Document accurate medical records to ensure compliance with OSHA and government regulations, and perform duties in accordance with site quality and safety systems.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
- Analyze and organize the care of critically complex patients.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Malpractice insurance
- Flexible part-time schedule and work-life balance
