Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Cardiology

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital; Dover (NH); On-site; USD 135,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, part of Mass General Brigham Heart and Vascular Institute, seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Cardiology team in Dover, NH. The role supports inpatient coverage 7:00 AM–5:00 PM with four APPs rotating between inpatient and outpatient sites on Rollinsford Road in Dover and Terrascape Parkway in Somersworth.

This 40-hour job offers scheduling flexibility, including four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts, plus weekend rotation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing required.
• APRN-NP state license required.
• 2 years of licensed NP experience; 1-2 years required.
• Cardiology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, counseling, and education in ambulatory and inpatient settings.
• Orders and interprets diagnostic tests; develops care plans.
• Writes prescriptions and documents care thoroughly.
• Performs bedside procedures as appropriate.

Skills

Cardiology

Nurse Practitioner

Physician Assistant

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Site: Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

The Wentworth-Douglass Center for Heart Health is proud to be a member of the Mass General Brigham Heart and Vascular Institute, providing patients with access to world-class cardiovascular care, advanced diagnostics, and specialty expertise. As part of this integrated system, we combine the convenience and personalized approach of local care with the resources, innovation, and expertise of a leading academic health network. Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is seeking a full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our dynamic and growing Cardiology team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a comprehensive, patient-centered cardiovascular program that continues to expand in both size and scope. As we continue to enhance our general Cardiology services, this position will help support comprehensive inpatient coverage at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. The service will include four Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) who rotate between the inpatient service and our outpatient Cardiology practices located on Rollinsford Road in Dover and Terrascape Parkway in Somersworth. This integrated model is designed to promote continuity of care for our Cardiology patients across both the inpatient and outpatient settings. This is a 40-hour-per-week position with scheduling flexibility, including the option to work four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts. The position also includes a weekend rotation of approximately one weekend in four. We are seeking an experienced provider who values autonomy, flexibility, collaboration, and teamwork and is committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate cardiovascular care. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a supportive and innovative Cardiology team.

Summary

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a licensed provider. The NP is responsible for assessing and managing various patient populations, including those with medical and/or surgical conditions, as well as providing diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, developing appropriate plans of care, and conducting ongoing evaluations. May also perform additional duties, such as precepting a small group of learners. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Provides direct care, counseling, and education to a designated patient population in ambulatory, inpatient, operative, and/or procedural settings.
• Performs complete histories and physical examinations.
• Orders, interprets, and evaluates appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests.
• Develops appropriate plans of care and follow-up based on the outcomes of diagnostic, laboratory, and physical examination findings.
• Orders medications and writes prescriptions according to organizational and regulatory policies and procedures.
• Consistently provides high-quality and timely documentation, including admission and progress notes, procedure notes, operative notes, and discharge summaries.
• Performs bedside procedures as are appropriate to the patient population.

Qualifications

Education Master's Degree Nursing required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials Advanced Practice Registered Nurse [APRN-NP - State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience 2 years of licensed nurse practitioner experience 1-2 years required

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

A minimum of three years of experience as an NP or PA in Cardiology, or significant prior Cardiology experience as an RN, is required.

Remote Type

Onsite

Onsite Work Location

19 Old Rollinsford Road

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Pay Range

$135,720.00 - / Grade 7

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

1810 Wentworth-Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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