Nurse Practitioner Electrophysiology
About The Position
Join a growing and collaborative Electrophysiology Cardiology team dedicated to delivering exceptional cardiovascular care across our region. We are seeking a motivated and patient-centered Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Electrophysiology (EP) Cardiology team. This position works closely with two Electrophysiologists, a dedicated team of inpatient and outpatient EP APPs, and the larger cardiology service line to provide comprehensive care for patients with heart rhythm disorders. Opportunity for regional outreach to support patients and expand access to specialty cardiovascular care. Join a team committed to advancing electrophysiology care while making a meaningful impact on the lives of patients across our communities.
Requirements
- Nurse Practitioner | North Dakota Board of Nursing (NDBON) or Compact State Agreement | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
- Nurse Practitioner | Minnesota Board of Nursing | Within 2 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources
- Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record | Driver's License - Current State Licensed| Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
- Basic Life Support (BLS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Within 90 days of Start Date | Learning Management System
- Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) | American Heart Association (AHA) | Preferred | Learning Management System
- A minimum of 1 year Related Experience
Responsibilities
- Provides patient/patient’s family with appropriate education based on the patient’s condition and identifies needs in order to optimize understanding.
- Provides health maintenance and disease management counseling to patients.
- Obtains comprehensive medical histories, performs physical examinations/assessments and initiates admission orders as appropriate.
- Provides medical management and/or other interventions for acute and chronic health problems.
- Implements a plan of care and performs procedures according to the Advanced Practitioner’s education, training, experience and competencies.
- Refers patient to specialists and/or therapists when appropriate and in a timely manner, ensuring continuity of care.
- Orders and interprets lab studies and diagnostic tests to evaluate the effectiveness of treatment as appropriate.
- Notifies patients promptly of test results.
- Collaborates with physicians, as necessary, to verify diagnosis, identify high-risk situations, or alerts to changes in patient’s status and takes appropriate action.
- Writes orders for prescription medication under the established protocol.
- Serves as a liaison and a resource for physician, health care team members, patients and families.
- Participates in plans for health promotion, prevention and maintenance for the Altru Health System, the community and region.
- Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.
Benefits
- health plan
- 401(k) retirement plan
- dental plan
- vision plan
- life and disability insurance
- education assistance
- paid time off (PTO)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
