Nurse Practitioner - General Cardiology

Rochester General Hospital; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester General Hospital in Rochester, NY is seeking a qualified Nurse Practitioner to join our Cardiology team. The NP will assess patients, perform exams, and collaborate with physicians to develop and adjust treatment plans for complex cardiac cases.

The role emphasizes exceptional communication, empathy, precise documentation, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Empathetic, patient-focused approach essential.
• Ability to think critically and make timely decisions.
• Excellent documentation and professional behavior required.

Responsibilities

• Take medical histories and perform exams for cardiology referrals.
• Order labs, imaging, and other diagnostics; interpret results.
• Develop treatment plans with attending physician and coordinate care.
• Prescribe medications and manage acute changes in condition.
• Document patient status thoroughly for continuity of care.

Skills

Excellent communication

Compassionate care

Critical thinking

Documentation skills

Education

MS: Nursing (Required)

Nurse Practitioner Certification - NYS

RN - NYS License

Job description

SUMMARYAs a Nurse Practitioner, your superior interpersonal and empathetic skills, as well as your comprehension of diagnostic procedures greatly assists in managing and delivering quality treatment plans.STATUS: Full TimeLOCATION: Rochester General HospitalDEPARTMENT: CardiologySCHEDULE: Days (Monday-Friday)ATTRIBUTESStrong customer service and communication skillsCompassionate, warm and patient focusedMust be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate actionCritical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervisionExceptional documentation skills and professional behaviorRESPONSIBILITIESPatient Care. Take complex medical histories on patients referred for consultation by academic and community physicians; perform physical examinations; order laboratory tests, x-rays, special imaging studies and other diagnostic procedures;Management & Development. reach tentative diagnosis of medical, surgical and other conditions; develop treatment plans in conjunction with attending physician to provide optimal patient medical management; order consultations and interact with members of other specialty medical teams; assist in the collection of data for research projectsPatient Satisfaction. Interacts on a frequent, regular and daily basis with patients, family members, medical/social/public services support, regulatory agencies and/or payor agencies. Interaction and communication requires expressed empathy, understanding, problem-solving, education, information gathering, process influencing and counseling.Medication & Orders. Prescribe medication, write orders, perform procedures and respond to emergency and/or immediate condition changes of acute patients.Documentation. Obtain complete, detailed and accurate patient histories, review patient records, perform physical exams, record all pertinent data to develop comprehensive medical status, diagnosis and clinical treatment plan for all assigned patients.EDUCATION:MS: Nursing (Required)LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:NP - Nurse Practitioner Certification - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED), RN - Registered Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.PAY RANGE:$100,000.00 - $150,000.00CITY:RochesterPOSTAL CODE:14621The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.