NP or PA - Cardiology

FMOLHS • Baton Rouge, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

To provide nursing medical care for high acuity patients in collaboration with a physician. Patients of this role are of higher acuity in a specialized area. This role involves being on call, hospital rounds, and assisting MDs with procedures (in clinic and/or hospital).

Requirements

• Masters degree in Nursing
• ACLS
• RN
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Current/unrestricted RN license
• Advanced Practice License
• ANCC (American Nurses Credentialing Center)

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care management to high acuity patients including performing histories and physicals, admits, and discharges; related to the care of specialty patients focusing on the maintenance, achievement, and restoration of optimal functions of patients.
• Visits patients prior to surgery, conducts discharge teaching afterward, and prescribes medications, including narcotics.
• Plans, implements and evaluates nursing medical care consistent with medical treatment and care in collaboration with a physician.
• Initiates or modifies medical treatment within an established plan of medical protocol.
• Assists with consults, writes orders, coordinates with consulting physicians, and accompanies physicians on rounds.
• Analyzes clinical data; orders and/or performs necessary diagnostic tests or procedures; develops, implements, and evaluates the therapeutic regimen.
• Teaches and provides support for patients and their families; minimizes fragmentation by providing coordination of care; manages transition of the patient to step-down units or to out-patient settings; and serves as patient advocates.
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior