Nurse Practitioner Interventional Cath Lab

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading academic medical center as a Nurse Practitioner in the Interventional Cath Lab. You will apply advanced nursing skills for patients undergoing cardiac procedures, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care. Your role includes pre- and post-procedure management, patient education, and adherence to care standards. This position offers a chance to make significant contributions in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Benefits

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years clinical nursing in Cardiology or Critical Care.
• At least 1 year of advanced practice experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete pre-cath/pre-admission workups for scheduled procedures.
• Evaluate and document patient responses to interventions.
• Provide education and counseling to patients and families.

Skills

Communication

Cardiology knowledge

Education

Advanced Practice Nursing

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

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Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

General Summary Statement

The CRNP is responsible for applying advanced nurse practice skills for patients undergoing interventional cardiac procedures or percutaneous intervention in the Cardiac Catheterization (Cath) Lab. This includes pre- and post-procedure orders. They are also responsible for rounding and discharging post-PCI patients, which could be same-day or next-day discharges. The CRNP performs Stress Tests and must possess expert communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary health team. A strong knowledge base in Cardiology, including reading EKGs and managing patients in the Cardiac population, is essential.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete pre-cath/pre-admission workups for scheduled procedures, reviewing patient records, history, physical exams, and ordering pertinent studies.
• Evaluate and document patient responses to interventions, modify care plans accordingly.
• Initiate referrals to physicians and other healthcare providers.
• Provide education and counseling to patients and families regarding disease, medications, and follow-up care.
• Adhere to standards for patients with acute myocardial infarction and post-PCI, implementing discharge plans to prevent re-admissions.
• Schedule office visits before discharge, provide education to healthcare staff, and respond to emergencies in inpatient and ED settings.
• Support accreditation standards and practice documentation for various certifications.

Education, Training, and Experience

Minimum 3 years clinical nursing in Cardiology or Critical Care, with at least 1 year of advanced practice experience.

Licensure/Certification

• Licensed as a registered Nurse in PA
• Licensed as an Acute Care CRNP in PA
• Prescriptive authority in PA
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications

Additional Information

We offer comprehensive benefits, including tuition assistance, and are committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.