Per Diem Nurse Practitioner Interventional Cardiology (St. Joseph's HealthHospital)

St. Joseph Hospital is seeking a Per Diem nurse practitioner to join a highly skilled Interventional Cardiology team at the St. Joseph Hospital campus in Orange, California. This role is focused on inpatient care and provides the opportunity to work collaboratively with interventional cardiologists in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

The Nurse Practitioner will function as an advanced practice provider delivering comprehensive cardiovascular care across the continuum, with a strong emphasis on interventional and procedural cardiology.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide advanced inpatient cardiovascular care for patients undergoing interventional cardiology and electrophysiology procedures
• Manages the care of the patient, collaborating with the physician when necessary, according to SJO approved standardized procedures
• Assess the status of the patient and intervenes with appropriate orders and interventions. Monitors patient progress to ensure clinical and financial outcomes.
• Orders and evaluates appropriate diagnostic studies.
• Orders appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Assists in tracking and trending outcome performance data on patient populations. Assist in the maintenance of databases specific to assigned patient populations. Participates in cost quality analysis making recommendations. Develops and implements action plan for practice changes to enhance patient outcomes
• Perform and maintain competencies in procedures as indicated, including MCS management and sheath removals
• Respond to emergencies, including groin complications, post op care emergencies, and inpatient consults
• Assist with pre- and post-operative care, including patient assessment, monitoring, and follow-up
• Conduct independent patient rounding after intake and assist with stress testing
• Collaborate closely with interventional cardiologists and the multidisciplinary care team to manage complex cardiac patients
• Serve as a clinical expert in interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, and acute cardiac care
• Document care accurately and in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards

Schedule & Work Environment:

• Per Diem role
• Variable schedule
• No weekends
• Inpatient-only role

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Required to be an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner license
• Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions in acute and emergent settings
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to function effectively within both large interdisciplinary teams and smaller focused care groups
• Experience or demonstrated competence in interventional cardiology or acute cardiac care preferred

Compensation & Benefits:

• Compensation is between $78.43 and $100.83 per hour
• Salary range is provided in accordance with state law and may vary based on experience and other qualifying factors
• Can work independently, make critical decisions in acute setting and work well within a larger team and small groups

The posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and may include productivity bonuses, incentives related to quality and performance, hospital/ED call stipends, extra shift incentives, and other forms of cash compensation as applicable to the position. In addition, providers typically receive a CME allowance and other benefits offered by their medical group employer. Please note that this salary range is provided in accordance with State law and is subject to variation due to the factors noted above.

Where You'll Work

St. Joseph's Health Hospital is the backbone of the St. Joseph's/Trinity Health integrated system, delivering award-winning care and enhanced value to its primary, specialized and urgent care facilities. A nationally recognized leader in cardiovascular and orthopedic surgical care, the 451-bed comprehensive medical care institution also has two state-of the-art ambulatory surgery centers offering outpatient surgery services. St. Joseph's Health Hospital is ranked a \"Best Regional Hospital\" by US News and World Report and is one of Becker's Hospital Review's \"100 Great Community Hospitals.\" It is the only Magnet-designated hospital in central New York.

Where You'll Live

Only a few private orange orchards remain, but the city of Orange, located in central Orange County, still has plenty of character and attractions. This suburban stronghold basks in the moderate Mediterranean climate created by its proximity to the Pacific and the Santa Ana Mountains to the east. In addition to ample shopping, parks and fine dining, the city features a historic district dating to the early 20th century, with expertly preserved homes and buildings.

Who You'll Work For

Providence is a nationally recognized, comprehensive healthcare organization spanning seven states with a universal mission to provide compassionate care to all who need its services, especially the poor and vulnerable. Its 122,000-plus caregivers/employees (including 34,000 physicians) serve in 51 hospitals, more than 1,000 clinics and a comprehensive range of health and social services. Providence: One name, one family, one extraordinary health system.

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran