Cardiology NP – DOPS Specialist (Full‑Time)

KNOX COMMUNITY HOSPITAL; Mount Vernon (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Knox Community Hospital is seeking a Nurse Practitioner specialized in Cardiology to provide care within an established NP scope and under physician collaboration. The role requires Ohio RN licensure and NP board certification, with a Standard Care Arrangement in place and hospital privileges.

You will prescribe medications, assess and manage patient plans, and work closely with cardiology staff to promote patient wellness. Strong collaboration and compliance with state regulations are essential.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure to practice nursing in Ohio.
• Graduate from an accredited Advanced Practice Nursing program.
• Board certification as Adult Nurse Practitioner (AANP or ANCC).
• Current Standard Care Arrangement with collaborating physician(s).
• Current COA from Ohio Board of Nursing.
• Current CTP from Ohio Board of Nursing.
• AHA CPR (BLS) and/or ACLS credentials.
• Medical staff privileges are a prerequisite for hire and continued employment.
• At least 3 years of clinical nursing experience.
• Privileges must align with Ohio Board of Nursing scope rules.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care within NP scope and collaborating physician agreement.
• Prescribe drugs and therapeutic devices per Ohio law.
• Evaluate, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
• Ensure care aligns with board regulations and hospital privileges.

Skills

Collaborative practice

Prescribing authority

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Clinical decision making

Education

Advanced Practice Nursing degree

RN licensure in Ohio

AANP/ANCC NP certification

Ohio COA

CTP certification (Ohio)

CPR/BLS/ACLS credentials

3+ years clinical nursing experience

Job description

Knox Community Hospital is seeking a Nurse Practitioner specialized in Cardiology to provide care within an established NP scope and under physician collaboration. The role requires Ohio RN licensure and NP board certification, with a Standard Care Arrangement in place and hospital privileges.

You will prescribe medications, assess and manage patient plans, and work closely with cardiology staff to promote patient wellness. Strong collaboration and compliance with state regulations are essential.