General Cardiology Nurse Practitioner (NP)

El Camino Health Medical Network; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

El Camino Health Medical Network is seeking a skilled General Cardiology Nurse Practitioner to join our cardiovascular team in a demanding, patient-centered setting. You will evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with acute and chronic cardiac conditions across outpatient and inpatient care, working with cardiologists and the care team.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, thorough cardiovascular assessments, and collaboration to ensure optimal patient outcomes, education, and

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in Nursing from an accredited NP program.
• Current, unrestricted NP license in the state of practice
• National board certification (FNP, AGNP, or ACNP)
• Current DEA registration
• BLS and ACLS certification
• Prior cardiology experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive cardiovascular assessments with history and physicals.
• Evaluate and manage conditions such as CAD, heart failure, arrhythmias, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and valvular disease.
• Order and interpret tests including EKGs, echocardiograms, stress tests, Holter monitoring, imaging, and labs.
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with supervising cardiologists.
• Provide patient education on disease management, lifestyle changes, medication adherence, and preventive cardiology.
• Participate in hospital rounds and coordinate care transitions.
• Perform in-office procedures within scope of practice.
• Collaborate with primary care and specialists for coordinated cardiovascular care.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and cardiology protocols.

Skills

Cardiology knowledge

Patient education

Collaboration

Clinical assessment

Education

Nurse Practitioner degree (MSN/ DNP)

Tools

EKG machines

Echocardiography equipment

Job description

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate General Cardiology Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our El Camino Health Medical Network team. The General Cardiology Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides comprehensive cardiovascular care in collaboration with cardiologists and the interdisciplinary care team. The NP is responsible for the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients with acute and chronic cardiac conditions. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centered care in an outpatient and/or inpatient cardiology setting.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Conduct comprehensive cardiovascular assessments, including detailed history and physical examinations
2. Evaluate and manage patients with conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, hypertension, hyperlipidemia, and valvular heart disease
3. Order and interpret diagnostic tests including EKGs, echocardiograms, stress tests, Holter monitors, cardiac imaging, and laboratory studies
4. Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with supervising cardiologists
5. Provide patient education on disease management, lifestyle modifications, medication adherence, and preventive cardiology
6. Participate in hospital rounds (if applicable) and coordinate care transitions
7. Perform in-office procedures within scope of practice
8. Collaborate with primary care providers and specialists to ensure coordinated cardiovascular care
9. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and adherence to cardiology clinical protocols

Qualifications

Education:

1. Master's or Doctorate degree in Nursing from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

Licensure & Certification:

1. Current, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license in the state of practice
2. National board certification (FNP, AGNP, or ACNP)
3. Current DEA registration
4. BLS and ACLS certification required

Experience:

1. Prior cardiology experience strongly preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

1. Strong understanding of cardiovascular pathophysiology and treatment guidelines
2. Ability to interpret cardiac diagnostics including EKGs and common imaging reports
3. Proficiency in managing chronic cardiac conditions and medication titration
4. Excellent patient education and counseling skills
5. Strong collaboration and communication skills
6. Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment
7. Familiarity with value-based care and quality metrics in cardiology

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity for a rewarding career filled with positive patient experiences and continual professional growth and development as well as a balanced personal family life.