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Nurse Practitioner - Cardiology - $70-105 per hour

Kaiser Permanente, Hillsboro, Oregon, United States, 97104


Kaiser Permanente is seeking a Nurse Practitioner Cardiology for a job in Hillsboro, Oregon.Job Description & Requirements

Specialty:

CardiologyDiscipline:

Nurse PractitionerDuration:

Ongoing40 hours per weekShift:

8 hours, daysEmployment Type:

StaffJob Summary:

Provide high quality cardiovascular care to Kaiser Permanente members in a cost effective manner and in accordance with accepted professional practice standards and in collaboration with other members of the Cardiovascular Healthcare team.Essential Responsibilities:Review cardiac patients to evaluate for appropriateness of workup and treatment plans and to ensure the appropriate level of care is provided. Perform cardiology consultations when indicated or requested. Specific duties include but are not limited to completing histories and physicals, reviewing cardiac studies, ordering diagnostic studies and medications, providing pre-procedure education, writing admitting orders and scheduling procedures as need. Collaborates with Cardiovascular service line.Provide comprehensive outpatient cardiovascular care in collaboration with the Cardiovascular Service line and other members of the health care team. This may include initial consultation/evaluation.

Provides ongoing management of chronic cardiovascular disease.Provide outpatient clinic follow-up for patients discharged following cardiac procedures and for patients needing ongoing cardiac outpatient care as determined by a physician. Specific duties may include ordering tests and medications, ordering therapy and rehabilitation services, providing post-procedural education, writing discharge and transfer orders, and dictating discharge summaries. Rounding and responding to patient needs as

determined by a supervising physician.Perform other duties as requested.

Actively participates in message management to include physician in-basket and virtual care of the patient.Basic Qualifications:ExperienceMinimum three (3) years (within the past ten (10) years) cardiovascular, critical care or emergency room experience as a PA/NP OR minimum of three (3) years in Cardiology (within the last 10 years) as a PA/NP OR minimum of three (3) years (within the last 10 years) as a Registered Nurse in Cardiology or Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) or Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CVPCU) or Cardiovascular Lab (CVL).

Education

Graduate of ANA-approved Nurse Practitioner or AMA-approved Physician Assistant program or equivalent requirements to meet State licensure.High school diploma or GED.

License, Certification, Registration

This job requires credentials from multiple states. Credentials from the primary work state are required before hire. Additional Credentials from the secondary work state(s) are required post hire.

Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner License (Washington) within 6 months of hire AND Nurse Practitioner National Certificate AND Registered Nurse License (Washington) within 6 months of hire AND Registered Nurse License (Oregon) within 6 months of hire AND Nurse Practitioner License (Oregon) within 6 months of hire

ORPhysician Assistant License (Washington) within 6 months of hire AND Physician Assistant National Certificate AND Physician Assistant License (Oregon) within 6 months of hire

Drug Enforcement Administration Registration

National Provider Identifier required at hire

Advanced Cardiac Life Support within 3 months of hire

Additional Requirements:

Experience interpreting electrocardiograms and cardiology stress tests.Thorough knowledge of cardiovascular diseases and their medical/surgical treatment. Working knowledge of state health care laws, licensing board regulations and controlled substance regulations. Important to know limitations and when to refer patients to a cardiologist.Ability to assess, diagnose and plan effective treatment for cardiovascular disease and injuries. Ability to use appropriate procedural/testing equipment, to see large volume of patients, and to interface with cardiovascular team and support staff.Compact License is acceptable in lieu of a Washington RN license.

Preferred Qualifications:

Minimum five (5) years (within the past ten (10) years) cardiovascular, critical care or emergency room experience as a PA/NP.Experience interpreting electrocardiograms and cardiology stress tests.

Notes:M-F and occasional weekend work

Kaiser Permanente Job ID #1291572. Posted job title: Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant Cardiology Westside SpecialtyAbout Kaiser Permanente

At the heart of health care, you'll find Kaiser Permanente. As the nations leading not-for-profit, integrated health plan, we make a difference in the lives of members, patients, and communities across the country.With 39 hospitals and more than 734 locations in eight states and the District of Columbia, we proudly serve more than 12.7 million members from coast to coast. Whether you choose to join a hospital in the Northwest, a clinic in Southern California, or a medical office in the Mid-Atlantic, we have many opportunities for you to shape the future of care.Our teams are empowered to advance impactful and extraordinary care for all by pioneering health outcomes, encouraging diverse viewpoints, and creating new opportunities for learning and advancement. This covers more than our members and our employees; it also reaches far into our communities. Together, we're proudly working as one for a healthier today and tomorrow.Why Vivian Health?

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