Nurse Practitioner

JOB SUMMARY:

In collaboration with physician, serves in an expanded role to assess, diagnose, and treat adult cardiac patients referred to the Cardiology Service Line. Subspecialty is required and may include interventional cardiology, structural heart disease, advanced heart failure/left ventricular assist device management and electrophysiology support.  Demonstrates autonomy through patient evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care. Orders testing as deemed necessary and remains proficient in interpreting results and prescribing appropriate medication regimen within the scope of practice of the nurse practitioner. In collaboration with the cardiologist, manages and assists in the smooth, efficient operations of the inpatient cardiology patient, outpatient cardiology clinic, cardiac labs and outreach cardiology clinics. Communicates appropriately with patients and referring health care providers. Performs duties to support the goals and objectives of Geisinger Health System in its efforts to provide quality patient care and patient satisfaction.

Reports to the Cardiology Chief Advanced Practitioner and/or Associate Vice President, Cardio & Vascular Surgery Service Lines.

COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS:

Demonstrates ability to work in a team environment.
Demonstrates ability to function autonomously seeking assistance as needed from collaborating physician.
Demonstrates ability to work directly with patients in such a way to instill confidence and facilitate communication.
Demonstrates ability to work and communicate effectively with diverse medical personnel including but not limited to physicians, technicians, and nurses.
Demonstrates ability to maintain confidentiality.
Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and computer literacy.
Demonstrates proficiency in varied Cardiology sub-specialties.
Demonstrates flexibility with assuming duties/responsibilities in a variety of Cardiology settings.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Certificate of completion from an approved program for Nurse Practitioners and completion of Master's degree required.
Must be eligible for licensure as a nurse practitioner in the state of PA.
Must be eligible to participate in and/or have completed an approved ACLS program.
Must be currently licensed in BLS and hold an updated CPR card.
Extensive cardiac experience preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
Requires weekend, holiday and potential rotation in the call schedule.

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.