Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiology - FT

Ochsner LSU Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner LSU Health in Shreveport is offering a collaborative outpatient care position that involves working closely with residents, fellows, and other staff. The role includes responsibilities in primary and urgent medical management, patient education, and staff development.

Candidates must have a Master's degree in nursing or relevant Bachelor's degree, as well as necessary certifications. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to adapt to various patient needs, with a flexible schedule mandatory.

Qualifications

• Current License as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of practice.
• License as a Physician Assistant in the state of practice, NCCPA Certified.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) / Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary and urgent medical management.
• Teach residents and medical students.
• Adapt behavior to patient population.
• Maintain patient care standards and education.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Computer skills for data entry

Proficiency with Windows-style applications

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Physician Assistant Medicine or related field

Job description

This job works in a collaborative model including but not limited to residents, fellows, attendings, and staff who care for outpatient clinic patients. The employee works under the supervision of the Medical Director or approved staff physician and in association with PCCs, staff nurses, and the discharge coordinator in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of medical and nursing care. Responsibilities include primary and urgent medical management, emergency stabilization of critically ill patients, teaching of residents and medical students, staff development and education, patient education, and discharge planning.

The position requires that the individual be able to successfully perform each essential duty. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Education

• Required: Master’s degree in nursing.
• OR
• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Physician Assistant Medicine or Health Sciences, or graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Training Program.

Work Experience

• Required: None.
• Preferred: 3 years of related working experience.

Certifications

Nurse Practitioner

• Required: Current License as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of practice.
• Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner: ANCC or AANPCP Certified for Family or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) / Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.
• Eligible for Prescriptive Authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Nursing.

Physician Assistant

• Required: License as a Physician Assistant in the state of practice, NCCPA Certified, Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) / Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Eligible for Prescriptive Authority in the state of practice as outlined by the State Board of Medical Examiners.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Computer skills and dexterity for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Proficiency with Windows-style applications and various software packages specific to the role.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Working knowledge of Advanced Practice Provider policies and protocols at a department and campus/system level.
• Reliable transportation to travel throughout and between facilities.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including 24/7, weekend, holiday, and on‑call availability.

Job Duties

• Utilize the approved medical practices process in the delivery of all patient care.
• Provide care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas.
• Maintain an attitude of inquiry toward medical practices and patient care outcomes, and may develop research methodology.
• Provide education experiences to patient families, staff, other health professionals, and to the community.
• Adapt behavior to the specific patient population, respecting privacy, introduction style, and communication method.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The position requires medium to light physical activity, including the ability to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, 10 to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects. The incumbent must be able to stand for prolonged periods, stoop, bend, reach, and grab with arms and hands. Duties may involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, hazardous medications, and hazardous waste. Occupational risk for communicable disease and hazardous substances exists.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ochsner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.