Advanced Practice Provider Electrophisiology

RIH Rhode Island Hospital; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 128,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

The Electrophysiology Advanced Practice Provider at Rhode Island Hospital delivers patient- and family-centered care across inpatient and outpatient settings, reporting to the Manager of Procedural APPs and sponsoring cardiologist. The APP leads in electrophysiology care including ablations, device implantations, lead management, and follow-up care.

Qualifications include NP or PA pathway with required degrees, certifications, and Rhode Island licensure.

Qualifications

• Must be graduate of a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant program.
• If NP: Master’s degree; NP certification or eligibility by ANCC or AANP; RI license with prescriptive privileges.
• If PA: MS degree; NCCPA certification; Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support.

Responsibilities

• Cares for inpatients and outpatients; obtain histories and perform examinations.
• First assist in electrophysiology procedures and provide post-procedural care.
• Develop treatment plans with the attending physician and manage arrhythmia care.
• Conduct device evaluations, reprogramming, and lead extraction procedures as needed.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on procedures and outcomes.

Education

Nurse Practitioner Master’s Degree

Nurse Practitioner certification (ANCC/AANP) or eligible

Rhode Island Nurse Practitioner license with prescriptive privileges

Physician Assistant MS degree

NCCPA certification

Job description

Summary

The Electrophysiology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is responsible for providing patient and family centered care that is consistently high-quality and cost effective to ensure optimal care outcomes for patients. The Electrophysiology APP reports directly to the Manager of Procedural APPs and the sponsoring Cardiologist. The APP performs a variety of duties to encompass, but not limited to, the care and management of electrophysiology patients, in accordance with the Brown University Health mission, vision, and values. All essential functions performed in this position reflect the specific needs of the patients. The APP functions as a clinical leader, educator, consultant, and liaison to healthcare providers caring for the patients across the care continuum.

Responsibilities

Cares for patients in the inpatient and outpatient setting. Obtains medical histories and performs and records physical examinations. Records pertinent progress notes in the medical records and develops treatment plans. Completes preadmission testing and assures patients are prepared for procedures including but not limited to ablations, device implantation, lead extraction, and left atrial appendage occlusion. Provide post procedural care and management for electrophysiology patients. First assist in electrophysiology procedures. Perform independent cardioversions as well as loop implantation and explants. Assesses patient status and participates in the development of a patient care management plan with the attending physician. Participates in the care of electrophysiology outpatient ambulatory care patients by providing consultation and re-evaluations in addition to urgent outpatient evaluations. Responsible for routine and problematic cardiac device evaluations and reprogramming, evaluating and treating arrhythmias, evaluating and treating other symptomatic cardiac patients both urgent and non-urgent, and preparing patients for upcoming device upgrades and generator changes including extractions and revisions. May also assist with invasive/non-invasive diagnostics conducted by a supervising physician in the electrophysiology laboratory. Participates in the education of patients, families, and caregivers regarding any procedures, post-procedural care, and expected outcomes and progress. May perform other duties as requested by the attending physician within the Nurse Practitioner/Physician Associate scope of practice. Participates in quality improvement teams, clinical research projects and other committees, as needed. Maintains quality assurance, safety, and environmental and infection control in accordance with established hospital/department policies, procedures, and objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

Basic Knowledge Must be a graduate of either a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant Program. If a Nurse Practitioner: Must have a Master's Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program. Nurse Practitioner certification or certification eligible by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). Licensed in the State of Rhode Island as a Nurse Practitioner; license must include prescriptive privileges. If a Physician Assistant: Must be a graduate of a Physician Assistant Program with a M.S. degree. Passing grade on certifying examination administered by the NCCPA. Certified by the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants. Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification required. Functions with demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span, with consideration of the aging processes, human development stage and cultural patterns in each step of the care process. Demonstrates clinical expertise in Cardiology. Experience Clinical experience as a nurse practitioner or physician associate for two years is preferred. Must have patient care services, procedures, and privileges approved by the sponsoring physician.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

Healthcare environment such as acute care hospital, physician office, and ancillary healthcare enterprises. Works with medical equipment and has direct patient contact. Any potential hazards are minimized by adherence to established safety procedures and precautions including the use of safety equipment and protective clothing.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Pay Range

$127,504.00-$161,782.40

EEO Statement

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903

Work Type

M-F 7-330 or 11-730

Work Shift

Day

Daily Hours

8 hours

Driving Required

No

Company Location Belonging and Engagement Nursing Our Mission

As Rhode Island's largest health system and private employer, Brown University Health is the state's premier provider of health services and includes the only Level I Trauma Center for southeastern New England. Today, more than 20,000 people work at Brown University Health and bring their unique skills, experiences, and compassion to their jobs every day. Formed in 1994, Brown University Health is a not-for-profit health system based in Providence, RI comprising three teaching hospitals of The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University: Rhode Island Hospital and its Hasbro Children's; The Miriam Hospital; and Bradley Hospital, the nation's first psychiatric hospital for children; Newport Hospital, Saint Anne's Hospital and Morton Hospital, community hospitals offering a broad range of health services; Gateway Healthcare, the state's largest provider of community behavioral health care; and Brown Health Medical Group, the largest multi-specialty practice in Rhode Island. Brown University Health is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity of cultural background, race, gender, age, religion, identity, ability, and perspectives - we are actively committed to a diverse workforce that represents the patients and community that we serve. We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families. Join us and help build a healthier future for our patients - and for yourself.