APP) Women's Cardiology

Inova•Fairfax, VA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Specialty Advanced Practice Provider exercises independent judgement in the assessment, diagnosis and initiation of medical processes and procedures, in accordance with the licensure regulations of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and as delineated in the written Scope of Practice and Protocol. Demonstrates respect for and an understanding of other clinical disciplines while using an integrated team-based approach to achieve desired patient outcomes. Utilizes evidence based standards, guidelines and protocols for care delivery. Participates in quality and best practice initiatives by utilizing standards and guidelines for cost effective care delivery to continuously improve patient care and enhance outcomes. Performs high-quality clinical practices and effective patient management under physician supervision by following state regulations, including primary and secondary. Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation. Schedule: 1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/week day shift, in person, outpatient only Flexible hours: 5 8-hr shifts/wk or 4 10-hr shifts/wk No nights, weekends or holidays required. No call required. Patient population: APP will improve access to women’s cardiovascular health care in the outpatient setting at Inova. They will be responsible for managing various diagnoses such as hypertension, hyperlipidemia, cardiomyopathy, arrhythmia, cardiometabolic disease, etc. as well as optimize postpartum cardiac risk. APP will provide comprehensive care utilizing appropriate risk calculators and engage in preconception counseling. APP will coordinate care for women’s cardiovascular health patients across OB, primary care and cardiology.

Requirements

Certification - Basic Life Support upon start; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (for Critical Care) through American Heart Association upon start
Licensure - Licensed Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner; If Nurse Practitioner: RN Compact License (depending on State of primary residence) AND a license (or eligibility for) as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in the Commonwealth of Virginia AND a "Practice Agreement" signed by sponsoring/ supervising physician(s), AND a written "Scope of Practice/Protocol" signed by the supervising physician, AND "Drug Enforcement Administration License" (if prescribing controlled substances)
Experience – APP Cardiology experience preferred
Education - Bachelor's in Nursing and Master's in Advanced Clinical Practice or graduate of a post masters certificate program for nurse practitioners. For Physician Assistants, a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program and certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

Responsibilities

Practices in accordance with safe and effective standards of care and ensures compliance with professional and ethical standards of practice
Communicates appropriately with physicians, peers, nursing staff and other healthcare providers
Develops differential diagnosis and plans of care based on data collection and revises based on physiologic and psychosocial findings
Interprets and synthesizes laboratory, imaging and other pertinent data and reviews patient plan of care with interdisciplinary team and with the patient and family
Evaluates and documents patients' response to care, and evaluates impact of illness on patients' health status, functional status, nutritional status, sleep and rest patterns, family and social relationships, and establishes a health promotion strategy
Assumes clinical management for the specialty patient population in collaboration with physicians in practice
Provides accurate record keeping as evidenced by complete and pertinent history and physicals, progress notes and data information sheets
Serves as a role model and preceptor for new Advanced Practice Providers and students
Participates in and supports the departmental and system-wide quality performance improvement initiatives
Supports departmental cost savings strategies and provides care in an efficient and cost conscious manner
Assists in the development and revision of standards for patient populations and integrates evidence-based research findings into clinical practice
Participates in clinical research and data collection and assists in projects and planning for continual development of respective specialty
Provides clinical and professional educational programs to improve staff knowledge
Proactively assists peers with work tasks
May perform additional duties as assigned