Nurse Practitioner - Cardiology Practice - Multiple Offices - Full Time Days (Union Square, Gre[...]

Mount Sinai Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 82,954 - 118,147; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in New York is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide independent care, including diagnosing and treating patients, educating about prevention, and developing care plans. Candidates should have a Master's degree in Nursing, New York State nursing license, and relevant nursing experience. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $72.99 and focuses on fostering a culture of respect and support among healthcare teams.

Qualifications

• At least two years of nursing experience in area of specialty practice applied for.
• Licensure: New York State License with current registration as a registered nurse.
• National Board Certification in Advanced Practice Nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses the health status of patients/families through comprehensive health history.
• Initiates and orders therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, prescribes medication.
• Educates and counsels on health promotion and disease prevention.

Skills

Nursing experience

Patient assessment

Medication prescription

Patient education and counseling

Confidentiality maintenance

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing or NP program

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

Description

A nurse practitioner (NP) as described in Title VIII, Article 139 section 6910 of the New York Education Law is a RN who has earned a separate certification as an NP through advanced clinical nursing education in a distinct specialty area of practice. Nurse practitioners are independent practitioners who diagnose, treat, and prescribe for a patient's condition that falls within their specialty area of practice.

NOTE: Medical orders, progress notes and treatment plans are not required to be countersigned by a physician.

Responsibilities

• CLINICAL PRACTICE
• 1. Assesses the health status of patients/families by means of comprehensive health history and physical examination.
• 2. Initiates and orders selected therapeutic and diagnostic procedures, consultations and laboratory examination, prescribes medication regimens, interprets findings and alters plan of care according to accepted standards of care and practice guidelines.
• 3. Educates and counsels in the areas of health promotion, maintenance, disease prevention, and management of acute/chronic illnesses.
• 4. Documents findings and plan of care in the patient's medical record.
• 5. Consults with physician according to established standards, policies, procedures, and protocols.
• 6. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in assigned area.
• 7. Initiates referrals to specialty services and fosters continuity of care.
• 8. Participates in team meetings and conferences to enhance an interdisciplinary approach to care delivery.
• 9. Maintains patient/employee confidentiality in the management of information.
• 10. Develops the plan of care based on the diagnoses and individual patient needs.
• 11. Records, reports, and interprets the clients' responses to the plan of care.
• 12. Performs a patient record review with the collaborating physician in a timely fashion but not less than every three months if utilizing a collaborative practice agreement.
• 13. Completes the Focused Professional Practice Proctoring Evaluation (FPPE) or the Ongoing Professional Practice Proctoring Evaluation (OPPE) as required by Medical Staff for continued credentialing status.
• 13. Practices as a member of the allied health staff according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and the bylaws of the Hospital Staff.

Professional Development

• 1. Supports the mission, vision, philosophy and goals of the Department of Nursing and the MSHS.
• 2. Demonstrates accountability for own nursing practice.
• 3. Considers ethical issues of professional nursing practice and adheres to the code of ethics.
• 4. Demonstrates a humanistic, kind, and caring attitude in the delivery of health care.
• 5. Serves as a resource person to nurses and other health team members.
• 6. Participates in peer review.
• 7. Incorporates research findings in clinical practice.
• 8. Participates in approved nursing and medical research studies.
• 9. Keeps knowledge current by self-directed learning, literature review and attendance at educational programs.
• 10. Participates in defining, maintaining, and interpreting standards of nursing practice.
• 11. Contributes to the maintenance of a positive image of advanced practice nursing in the medical center and in the local community by implementing programs which recognize nursing as a profession.
• 12. Participates in departmental and interdisciplinary committees which influence and/or determine policies affecting nursing practice and patient care delivery.
• 13. Seeks opportunities to enhance professional nursing practice and influences outcomes.
• 14. Treats co-workers, patients and families with dignity and respect.

Qualifications

• At least two years of nursing experience in area of specialty practice applied for. Nurse Practitioner experience of at least one year preferred.
• Licensure: New York State License with current registration as a registered nurse.
• State Certification: Certified by the New York State Department of Education as a Nurse Practitioner with current registration as follows:
• a. Graduate of New York State registered Nurse Practitioner Program or equivalent OR certified as a Nurse Practitioner by a national association via examination.
• b. Completed a pharmacy component of not less than the required semester hours or the equivalent AND instructed in New York State and Federal Laws relating to prescriptions and recordkeeping (3‑hour course).
• c. Has a Collaborative Practice Agreement with a physician and designated protocols if less than 3600 hours experience as a practicing Nurse Practitioner.
• OR
• Has a Collaborative Relationship with a physician based on employment in clinical practice in the NP role at Mount Sinai Hospital. If there is a documented work history as a Nurse Practitioner with greater than 3600 practice hours. Please note all NPs regardless of their status will be placed on an FPPE initially.
• Education: Master’s degree program designed to prepare an NP to diagnose, treat, and prescribe for a patient's condition that falls within their specialty area of practice or the successful completion of an approved supplemental education program, i.e., post‑Masters NP certificate.
• Experience: Previous progressive experience relevant to the area of clinical practice required.
• For all NPs hired effective June 1, 2019, National Board Certification in Advanced Practice Nursing required. For NPs who bill for professional services, National Board Certification is required regardless of hire date. The Board Certification requirement may be deferred up to 1 year if approved by Chief Nursing Officer or designee.
• Credentialed through the Credentialing Committee of the Medical Board with approved Delineation of Privileges.
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certificate and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Advanced Life Support (NALS), The Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certificates as required by specialty.
• Collective bargaining unit: SEIU 1199‑MSBI‑NP.

Employer Description

• Strength through Unity and Inclusion: The Mount Sinai Health System is committed to fostering an environment where everyone can contribute to excellence. We share a common dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. When you join us, you become part of Mount Sinai’s unparalleled legacy of achievement, education, and innovation as we work together to transform healthcare. We encourage all team members to actively participate in creating a culture that ensures fair access to opportunities, promotes inclusive practices, and supports the success of every individual.
• Our leaders are committed to fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We strive to create an environment where collaboration, fairness, and continuous learning drive positive change, improving the well‑being of our staff, patients, and organization. Our leaders are expected to challenge outdated practices, promote a culture of respect, and work toward meaningful improvements that enhance patient care and workplace experiences. We are dedicated to building a supportive and welcoming environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive and advance professionally. Explore this opportunity and be part of the next chapter in our history.
• About the Mount Sinai Health System: Mount Sinai Health System is one of the largest academic medical systems in the New York metro area, with more than 48,000 employees working across eight hospitals, more than 400 outpatient practices, more than 300 labs, a school of nursing, and a leading school of medicine and graduate education. Mount Sinai advances health for all people, everywhere, by taking on the most complex health care challenges...

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Mount Sinai Health System is an equal opportunity employer, complying with all applicable federal civil rights laws. We do not discriminate, exclude, or treat individuals differently based on race, color, national origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are deeply committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, students, trainees, patients, visitors, and the communities we serve feel respected and supported. Our goal is to create a healthcare and learning institution that actively works to remove barriers, address challenges, and promote fairness in all aspects of our organization.

Compensation

The Mount Sinai Health System (MSHS) provides salary ranges that comply with the New York City Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $72.9912 - $72.9912 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, education, and operational need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.