Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiology - FT

Ochsner Health System; Werner Park (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health System in Louisiana is seeking a collaborative individual for a nursing position working alongside a team caring for outpatient clinic patients. This role involves supervision, education, and direct patient care.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree in nursing and possess a current APRN license. Responsibilities include providing comprehensive medical management and patient education. This position requires a flexible schedule and offers opportunity for professional development.

Qualifications

• Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) required.
• License as a Physician Assistant in the state of practice required.
• Prefer 3 years of related working experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, and safety criteria.
• Utilizes approved medical practices in patient care delivery.
• Educates patients and their families on health practices.

Skills

Computer skills and dexterity

Effective verbal and written communication

Proficiency with Windows-style applications

Strong interpersonal skills

Reliable transportation

Ability to work a flexible work schedule

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Bachelor’s degree in Physician Assistant medicine or Health Sciences

Tools

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Job description

Job Summary

This job works in a collaborative model including but not limited to: residents, fellows, attendings, and staff who care for outpatient clinic patients of the organization. This job works under the supervision of the Medical Director or approved staff physician and in association with the PCCs, staff nurses, and discharge coordinator in the planning, implementation and evaluation of medical and nursing care; and assumes responsibility for primary and urgent medical management, emergency stabilization of all critically ill patients, teaching of residents and medical students, staff development and education, patient education and discharge planning. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Education & Credentials

• Master’s degree in nursing – required


• Bachelor’s degree in Physician Assistant medicine or Health Sciences, or graduate of an approved Physician Assistant Training Program – required

Work Experience

• None – required


• Prefer 3 years of related working experience

Certifications

• Nurse Practitioner: Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of practice – required


• Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult/Geriatric Nurse Practitioner – ANCC or AANPCP certified


• Family Nurse Practitioner or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – ANCC or AANPCP certified


• 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: License as a Physician Assistant in the state of practice, NCCPA certified


• 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 & Abilities (KSAs)

• Computer skills and dexterity required 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 role and keyboard


• Strong interpersonal skills


• Working knowledge of Advanced Practice Provider policies and protocols at a department and campus/system level


• Reliable transportation; able to travel throughout and between facilities


• Ability to work a flexible work schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability)

Job Duties

Utilizes the approved medical practices process in the delivery of all patient care. Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas. Maintains an attitude of inquiry towards medical practices and patient care outcomes, and may develop research methodology. Provides education experiences to patient families, staff, other health professionals, and to the community. Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style. Performs other related duties as required.

Physical and Environmental Demands

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. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to stoop, bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, manual dexterity. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

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.