Electrophysiology NP/PA — Cardiology Specialist

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University Hospital seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) for the Adult Electrophysiology unit. The APP will collaborate with physicians to deliver direct cardiology care, focusing on EP patients in perioperative care and post-procedural areas.

Primary hours are four 10-hour shifts per week (40 hours). Hours may vary by service needs. Duke fosters learning, leadership, and research involvement within a strong multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited graduate-level Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program.
• Graduation from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate cardiovascular patients 16+ during pre-, post-, and perioperative phases; diagnose and manage conditions.
• Obtain and document histories, perform exams, write progress notes and summaries.
• Order labs and imaging; explain procedures and preparations to patients.
• Obtain informed consent and discharge patients with education and discharge orders.
• Assess changes in clinical status and initiate appropriate interventions.
• Collaborate with EP lab team to allocate workload and meet daily needs.
• Assist with procedures and device management within competency.
• Administer infusion therapies and medications within scope.
• Participate in education, quality improvement, and research activities.

Education

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program (ACNP)

ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program

Job description

Duke University Hospital seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) for the Adult Electrophysiology unit. The APP will collaborate with physicians to deliver direct cardiology care, focusing on EP patients in perioperative care and post-procedural areas.

Primary hours are four 10-hour shifts per week (40 hours). Hours may vary by service needs. Duke fosters learning, leadership, and research involvement within a strong multidisciplinary team.