Cardiology - Nurse Practitioner (APRN) or Physician Assistant

Location Detail: 5 Founders St Willimantic (10304)

Shift Detail: Mon-Fri

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Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is one of the largest medical practices in New England with multiple locations throughout Connecticut and Rhode Island. Hartford HealthCare Medical Group consists of a team of professionals ranging from Medical Assistants to Physician Assistants and everything in between. Hartford HealthCare Medical Group is a leading provider of comprehensive resources in New England. The practice is recognized for its expertise and quality personalized care

Backus Hospital

For more than 118 years, Backus Hospital has been the primary source of healthcare services for much of Eastern Connecticut. Backus is home to the only trauma center in New London and Windham counties and is the only area hospital with LIFE STAR helicopter services. The Hospital delivers and coordinates a continuum of high-quality healthcare with the goal of improving the health of its communities.

Hartford Healthcare Heart & Vascular Institute

This rapidly expanding Institute includes six acute care hospitals, including Backus Hospital. The Hartford HealthCare Heart & Vascular Institute brings together cardiac care specialists – increasing collaboration and care coordination – all under one roof. Our system of care includes a truly integrated team with the most talented, experienced, and compassionate caregivers and providers, backed by the latest cutting-edge technology. 

Advanced Practitioner Role Scope

The Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant will provide direct care to patients in the outpatient and inpatient (hybrid)setting in collaboration with physicians. Must have the ability to identify diagnostic information that should be considered emergent and communicate timely information to physician colleagues.

The Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant, in collaboration with a licensed physician and in accordance the Nurse Practitioner’s scope of practice and collaborative relationships, prescribe, dispense and administer therapeutic and corrective measures. The provider should exhibit a passion for cardiology and be open to being part of a rapidly growing institute where adaptability is paramount.

Shift: Full Time – 40 hours – Some weekends and some holidays

* Role would be covering Backus Hospital and Windham ambulatory clinic*

Advanced Practitioners Enjoy

At Hartford HealthCare, newly graduated and experienced providers are provided with the support and mentorship they need to succeed through the job, classroom, and procedural training. Our benefits include:

· Competitive Compensation

· Matching 401k, tiered medical, dental, and vision plans

· Generous Paid-Time Off

· Reimbursement for CME, professional society membership, licensure, and malpractice

· Proven and effective onboarding with supportive ongoing mentorship

· Leadership development opportunities through Hartford HealthCare’s Professional Leadership Development Institute

Qualifications

Advanced Practitioner Requirements

· Graduate of an accredited Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Master’s program preferred

· Licensed, or eligible to be licensed, as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the state of Connecticut

· Certification or eligible to be certified National Board Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse through AACN or ANCC.

·3+ years of experience in a clinical area (such as cardiology) required

· Experience in cardiology preferred

· BLS and ACLS Required  

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With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.