APP (Physician Associate or Nurse Practitioner), Cardiology

Oregon Health & Science University; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Knight Cardiovascular Institute at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) seeks an Inpatient Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to deliver expert care within the inpatient cardiology service. The role emphasizes collaboration with physician faculty, rounding, admissions, discharges, and transfers across multiple units, with weekend and holiday coverage as defined by the contract.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of APP experience in cardiology, current Oregon licensure, and

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nursing (APRN) or PA degree; national certification for the specialty.
• 3–5 years of clinical APP experience in cardiology

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily inpatient rounding and clinical management of adult cardiovascular patients.
• Participate in quality, safety, and clinical pathway initiatives.
• Engage with learners and support standardized work

Skills

Cardiology experience

Advanced Practice Provider

Team collaboration

Communication skills

EMR familiarity

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing (APRN) or Physician Assistant degree

Tools

EPIC EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Department Overview

The Knight Cardiovascular Institute (KCVI) is recognized as a top integrated center for cardiovascular clinical care, translational research and professional training in all aspects of heart and vascular disease. Guided by a multi-disciplinary approach, researchers and clinicians drive a vibrant translational research program, which focuses on delivering the latest knowledge and cutting-edge care to patients. Specifically, research at KCVI seeks to improve patient outcomes by achieving earlier diagnosis of disease, more accurate monitoring of its progression, and tailoring therapy to the molecular basis of disease.

Department Overview

The Knight Cardiovascular Institute (KCVI) is recognized as a top integrated center for cardiovascular clinical care, translational research and professional training in all aspects of heart and vascular disease. Guided by a multi-disciplinary approach, researchers and clinicians drive a vibrant translational research program, which focuses on delivering the latest knowledge and cutting-edge care to patients. Specifically, research at KCVI seeks to improve patient outcomes by achieving earlier diagnosis of disease, more accurate monitoring of its progression, and tailoring therapy to the molecular basis of disease.

We strive to advance care for patients at all life stages. This is fueled by cutting-edge research and training of the cardiovascular specialists of tomorrow. We are made up of eight OHSU divisions, centers and consortiums: The Divisions of Pediatric Cardiology, Adult Cardiology, Cardiothoracic Surgery (including heart transplant) and Vascular Surgery, VA Cardiology and the Center for Developmental Health, Epigenetics Consortium, and Center for Preventive Cardiology.

Function/Duties of Position

The Inpatient Cardiology Faculty APP delivers care aligned with a defined scope of practice in the Knight Cardiovascular Institute Inpatient Cardiology Team with work expectations operationalized through departmental workflows, productivity standards, and performance expectations consistent with the collective bargaining agreement (CBA) and institutional policies.

This role is structured to meet contract-defined work expectations of 143, 12.5-hour shifts per year inclusive of weekend and holiday coverage, aligned with the clinical coverage model and patient care needs of the service.

The Inpatient Cardiology APP will participate in departmental scheduling processes, including weekend and holiday coverage, with scheduling practices aligned to contract provisions, equitable distribution of coverage, and maintenance of safe, consistent clinical operations.

Clinical Activities ( not assigned administrative, education, or research FTE )

• Patient population is adult patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular disease requiring inpatient management, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, structural heart disease, and post-procedural/cardiac surgical care across OHSU inpatient units.
• Practice area and practice type is inpatient-only shared practice with physician faculty for inpatient cardiology clinical units
• Clinical coverage requirement includes weekday, weekend, and holiday coverage for inpatient cardiology rounding and consult service coverage. Night coverage by voluntary nocturnist position only with an expectation that all annual scheduled shifts cross midnight
• Department specific activities:
  • Coordinate daily rounding and clinical management of adult patients with cardiovascular disease to optimize patient flow and access including admissions, discharges, and transfers
  • Participate in quality, safety, and clinical pathway initiatives within the Knight Cardiovascular Institute (KCVI)
  • Engage with OHSU learners
  • Support implementation of standardized work expectations, staffing models, and care protocols

Faculty Activities ( Service, Scholarship, And Research)

• Clinical APP faculty have an expectation of advancement and activities consistent with faculty pursuits standard work.
• Faculty pursuit opportunities specific to position may be referenced in Clinical Faculty APP standard work which outlines specific activities to support faculty advancement

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Master’s Degree in Nursing or Master of Science in Nursing in a recognized APRN specialty (Certified Nurse Midwife, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, or Nurse Practitioner) OR s uccessful completion of a Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant/Associate Studies from an accredited program
• Current RN and APRN licensure with the Oregon Board of Nursing, c urrent national certification in the area of specialization, c urrent BLS, ACLS or PALS Certification as indicated for the position, DEA Certification OR current PA licensure with the Oregon Medical Board, current NCCPA Certification, current BLS, ACLS, or PALS certification, DEA certification
• 3-5 years of clinical experience as an APP that demonstrates ability to fulfill responsibilities for the specific role
• Demonstrated experience in cardiology
• Ability to manage heavy workload and multiple priorities and inflexible deadlines
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and written
• Demonstrated ability to satisfy standards of performance delineated by law and associated practice standards
• Proficient in the use of computing hardware and software, including personal computing equipment, electronic medical record, word processing and spreadsheet software
• Regular and consistent attendance at work
• Demonstrated experience in performance/system improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Quality improvement experience
• Experience in Microsoft Office Suite and using EPIC EMR

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center.

In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

All are welcome.

OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply.

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