Night Shift Cardiology APP

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Memphis is seeking a Nurse Practitioner responsible for planning and directing primary healthcare and health education programs. The ideal candidate will assess, diagnose, and treat patients, collaborating closely with physicians. A Master's degree in advanced practice nursing is required, along with multiple nursing certifications. This position focuses on fostering strong partnerships with patients and their families to enhance satisfaction and retention.

Qualifications

• Required: Registered Nurse Tennessee license from the Tennessee Board of Nursing.
• Required: Advanced Practice Nurse Tennessee license.
• Required: Family Nurse Practitioner certification.
• Required: Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients based on approved protocols.
• Collaborate with physicians and refer patients accordingly.
• Focus on high patient satisfaction and retention.

Skills

Proficiency in applying advanced concepts in nursing

Education

Master’s Degree, Advanced Practice Nursing

Master’s Degree, Nursing

Job description

The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for planning and directing the delivery of primary healthcare and health education programs in association with Methodist Healthcare Primary Care Associates (MHPCA). The incumbent will provide care and health education for patients and their family, modeling appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.

What you will do

• Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients in the assigned center according to approved protocol and acceptable standards.
• Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to written, approved protocols developed with and under the supervision of the Medical Director/collaborating Physician. Participates in the design and revision of protocols.
• Collaborates with Medical Physician and ancillary personnel as appropriate to promote quality care for patients. Makes referrals as appropriate.
• Recognizes and reacts appropriately to environmental safety factors related to patient care.
• Understands, applies and supports practice policies, procedures, goals and standards.
• Develops strong partnership with patients, family members, fellow physicians/nurses and support staff. Focuses on high patient and family satisfaction and retention.

Education / Formal Training Requirements

• Required - Master’s Degree, Advanced Practice Nursing
• Preferred - Master’s Degree, Nursing

Licenses and Certifications Requirements

• Required - Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing
• Required - Advanced Practice Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing
• Required - Family Nurse Practitioner - American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
• Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Preferred - Primary Care Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Pediatric Nursing Certification Board
• Preferred - Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center
• Preferred - Emergency Nurse Practitioner - American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
• Preferred - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - American Association of Critical-Care Nurses
• Preferred - Advanced Practice Nurse Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing
• Preferred - Family Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center
• Preferred - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center
• Preferred - Adult Nurse Practitioner - American Nurses Credentialing Center

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in applying advanced concepts, principles, and professional techniques in a specialized field of nursing.
• Current DEA number (if required by facility).

Supervision Provided by this Position

• There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position.

Physical Demands

• Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
• Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
• Exposure to excessive heat or cold as required.