Nurse practitioner / Physician Assistant - Cardiology - PRN

100 LCMC Health; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

100 LCMC Health in Louisiana is seeking a medical professional to provide care in the Cardiology Clinic and inpatient settings. The role requires a Master’s degree in nursing or completion of an accredited PA program, with a minimum of 2 years of provider experience.

Responsibilities include performing examinations, planning treatment strategies, and maintaining patient records. The position offers variable hours primarily during day shifts, with occasional weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of provider experience.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Registered Nursing License (RN) from the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license or current PA license in Louisiana.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and preventative health measures.
• Plan and evaluate treatment strategies based on patient needs.
• Provide quality patient care and maintain accurate records.
• Recognize emergencies and coordinate plans of care.

Skills

Medical skills

Computer software skills (ICD-10 and CPT-4)

Communication and guest-relation skills

Education

Master’s degree from an approved NP program or accredited Physician Assistant program (MS-PAS)

Job description

Position Summary

Provide medical care and treatment to patients in the Cardiology Clinic and Inpatient settings at East Jefferson General Hospital. Positions are available on a PRN basis during day shift Monday–Friday, with some weekends and holidays. Candidates must have a minimum of 2years of provider experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical examinations and preventative health measures within the physician’s guidelines.
• Plan treatment strategies that meet patients’ identified needs and evaluate responses to interventions.
• Provide quality patient care, promptly responding to patient calls and messages.
• Maintain accurate patient and business records, ensuring same‑day completion where possible.
• Observe and report signs of abuse or neglect in accordance with policy.
• Recognize emergencies and respond in accordance with organizational policy.
• Coordinate plans of care and review them periodically to maintain quality.
• Stay abreast of all federal, state, and local laws, statutes, and regulations; maintain confidentiality in line with HIPAA policies.
• Complete required continuing education hours to assure continued competence.
• Demonstrate professional ownership and commitment to core values of guest relations; exhibit leadership of the clinical team.
• Communicate with clinic leadership, escalating issues and presenting solutions.
• Assist with compliance to safety, environmental, infection control, quality‑improvement, and other regulatory standards; implement standard and transmission‑based precautions; perform hand hygiene; maintain a clean clinic environment; report hazards or violations.
• Provide input in hiring, disciplinary actions, and termination decisions of clinical personnel; attend daily huddles, staff meetings, and provider meetings; participate in ongoing performance‑improvement activities and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an approved NP program required, or completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program (MS‑PAS).
• Minimum of 2years of provider experience.

Licenses & Certifications

• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Registered Nursing License (RN) from the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
• Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license from the Louisiana State Board of Nursing or current PA license in Louisiana from the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners.

Skills & Abilities

• Medical skills.
• Computer software skills, including ICD‑10 and CPT‑4, and general working knowledge.
• Communication and guest‑relation skills.

Work Shift

Variable hours – day shift Monday–Friday, with some weekends and holidays.

EEO Statement

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.