Nurse Practitioner Cardiology

PeaceHealth; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 192,000 - 242,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the Pacific Northwest is seeking a Nurse Practitioner in Cardiology to join their team. This role involves performing cardiovascular assessments, developing care plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Candidates must possess a Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing, current APRN license, and relevant certifications. New graduates with training in cardiology are welcome to apply. This position supports a commitment to patient education and quality care, with competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing (NP) from an accredited program.
• Current Washington State APRN (Nurse Practitioner) license.
• National certification in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care/Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner.
• Cardiology experience preferred, but motivated new graduates encouraged to apply.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive cardiovascular assessments and diagnostic interpretation.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients with cardiac conditions.
• Collaborate with cardiologists and multidisciplinary teams for patient care.
• Order, interpret, and monitor appropriate tests and therapies based on clinical judgment.
• Provide patient and family education on disease management and preventive care.
• Document patient encounters accurately in the electronic health record.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adhere to clinical guidelines.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory and professional standards.

Skills

Cardiovascular assessments

Patient education

Care plan development

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing

Current APRN license

National certification in Adult-Gerontology or Family Nurse Practitioner

Tools

Electronic health record (EPIC)

Job description

Description

Nurse Practitioner Cardiology

PeaceHealth has an opening for a Nurse Practitioner Cardiology to support our Bellingham, Washington location.

PeaceHealth has been serving the communities of northwest Washington since 1890 with PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center, now a 253-bed, two-campus hospital providing a Level II Trauma Center and a full range of inpatient and outpatient services. PeaceHealth's Whatcom Region also includes the comprehensive heart care services of the Cardiovascular Center at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Medical Center as well as the primary and specialty care provided by PeaceHealth Medical Group.

Compensation

0-3 YOE: $68.08/hr., $141,606.40 annually; 3-5 YOE: $71.36/hr., $148,428.80 annually; 5-10 YOE: $75.11/hr., $156,228.80 annually; 10+ YOE: $85.47/hr., $177,777.60 annually

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive cardiovascular assessments, including history, physical exams, and diagnostic interpretation.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans for patients with chronic and acute cardiac conditions (e.g., heart failure, arrhythmias, coronary artery disease).
• Collaborate with cardiologists and multidisciplinary teams to manage patient care across clinic and hospital settings.
• Order, interpret, and monitor appropriate tests and procedures; adjust therapies based on clinical judgment.
• Provide patient and family education on disease management, preventive care, lifestyle modification, and medications.
• Document patient encounters in the electronic health record (e.g., EPIC) accurately and timely.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, practice development, and clinical guideline adherence.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory, organizational, and professional standards.

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing (NP) from an accredited program.
• Current Washington State APRN (Nurse Practitioner) license.
• National certification in Adult-Gerontology Acute Care/Primary Care or Family Nurse Practitioner.

Experience

• Cardiology experience preferred, but motivated new graduates with relevant clinical training are encouraged to apply.

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.

About Bellingham

Bellingham, WA is the perfect blend of endless outdoor recreation, urban living, strong schools, great shopping & cuisine, and so much more! These amenities are surrounded by incredible scenery, from the sea to the mountains and the rainforest, making this community an amazing place to live. Head to Mount Baker for a day in the snow. Tour the San Juan Islands by sea kayak or sailboat. Trek the North Cascades on foot. Stay in town to explore the shops and cafes of historic Fairhaven and Downtown and then catch a show at Mount Baker Theater – you can do it all in Bellingham!

For more information contact Brian Rasmussen at [e-mail]

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