Lead Advanced Practice Nurse

University Health; Boerne (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

University Health in Boerne, TX is seeking an experienced RN/APRN to lead advanced cardiology care. The role combines direct patient care with program development, staff mentorship, quality improvement, and responsibility for operations across inpatient and outpatient cardiology services.

The candidate will hold TX RN licensure and APRN credentialing, board certification in a relevant specialty, and required certifications (BLS/ACLS) with prescriptive authority and a valid DEA within 90 days of

Qualifications

• Must hold Texas RN license and APRN credentialing.
• Board certification in area of specialty required.
• ACLS certification required; BLS minimum.
• Prescriptive authority and DEA license within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical care with cardiology attendings.
• Lead and mentor the cardiology APP team.
• Lead program development, quality improvement, and operational oversight in inpatient/outpatient cardiology services.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Staff mentorship

Program development

Quality improvement

Operational oversight

Advanced nursing practice

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Job description

Provides advanced clinical care in collaboration with attending cardiologists while also serving as the primary clinical and administrative leader for the cardiology APP team. The position encompasses direct patient care, program development, staff mentorship, quality improvement and operational oversight within inpatient and outpatient cardiology services.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

A Registered Professional Nurse who is prepared for advanced nursing practice by virtue of knowledge and skills obtained through an accredited post basic or advanced educational program of study acceptable to the Board of Nurse Examiners.A Master’s degree in nursing is required.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in Texas and credentialed by the State to practice as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner.Board certification in area of specialty is required.

Must maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff and UMA bylaws.Providers practicing in acute care environment must obtain AHA ACLS certification or advanced specialty equivalent as defined by the UMA Credentials Committee within 90 days of hire. Prescriptive authority is required.Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90-days of hire.