PRN - NP Cardiology, hospital only

UAB St. Vincent's • Birmingham, AL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a PRN, As Needed position for a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner, hospital-based only. The role involves covering weekends and some weekdays. The position is with Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham at UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham.

Requirements

• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Certified Advanced Practice Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Alabama Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Master's degree of Nursing required.

Nice To Haves

• Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and treats patients with appropriate medical diagnostic and treatment skills.
• Recommends, participates in, and works to ensure the success of efforts to improve cost effectiveness and quality of care provided to patients.
• Accepts patient referrals from other physicians.
• Acts as admitting, attending and/or consulting physician for patients who require hospitalization for primary medical diagnoses, depending on needs of patients, medical staff and hospital.
• Participates in academic programs (e.g. medical education and research) as requested.
• Provides appropriate documentation that meets insurance company requirements; appeal all denials in a timely manner.
• Participates in inpatient and outpatient consultation for specialty, which may include on call schedules.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior