Cardiology Nurse Practitioner

Cardiology Nurse PractitionerEmployment Type: Permanent | Full-Time | Four 10-Hour Days | Day ShiftLocation: La Grande, OR (Rural Eastern Oregon)Compensation: $135K - $140K+ per yearWe are seeking a dedicated and innovative Nurse Practitioner or Physician Associate (PA) to join our cardiology team. In this collaborative role, the provider will work directly with cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals with cardiovascular conditions. Responsibilities include comprehensive patient assessments, assist in the management of cardiovascular disease, contribute to diagnostic evaluations, provide patient education on disease prevention and management including lifestyle changes.Key ResponsibilitiesPerform comprehensive physical examinations and cardiovascular assessments for new and follow-up patientsManage chronic conditions including heart failure, coronary artery disease, arrhythmias, and hypertensionOrder and interpret diagnostic tests such as 12-lead EKGs, echocardiograms, and cardiac stress testsEducate patients and families on disease pathology, medication adherence, and surgical recoveryCounsel patients on lifestyle modifications including heart-healthy nutrition, exercise, and smoking cessationCoordinate care transitions between inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and primary care providersDocument patient encounters accurately within the electronic health record system for billing and continuityTriage urgent patient concerns and facilitate emergency admissions or interventions when necessaryParticipate in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss complex patient cases and optimize clinical outcomesAssist in the performance of minor clinical procedures as permitted by state law and facility credentialingQualificationsGraduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program (required)Current NP or PA licensure (required)1-2 years of experience as a NP/PA (required)Board certification or board eligibility (required)Comfort with and interest in practicing in a rural community settingCompensation & BenefitsVery competitive total compensation opportunity ($140+) which includes:Quality incentives up to $13,000RVU bonus based on annual thresholdCommencement bonus of $20,000$8,000 annual CME, licensing, dues, subscription + paid CME timeStudent loan repaymentHospital employedFull benefits including a 401k match & Paid malpractice