Advanced Practice Provider - Cardiac Rescue & Recovery- Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center

Cardiology Nurse Practitioner

Responsible for collaborating with physicians, Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), and other healthcare professionals to evaluate, plan, and implement patient assessments, treatment plans, and follow-up care. Provides direct patient care through clinical consultations, diagnostic evaluations, treatment management, patient education, and research activities. Specializes in cardiology and works closely with physicians to diagnose cardiovascular conditions and develop appropriate treatment plans.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Conducts patient evaluations, obtains and reviews medical records, orders and interprets diagnostic tests and imaging studies, diagnoses medical conditions, and prescribes medications as appropriate.
• Provides clinical consultation and support for both invasive and non-invasive cardiology procedures.
• Serves as a cardiology specialist, offering expertise in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cardiovascular conditions.
• Performs medical procedures within the scope of practice, including injections, immunizations, suturing, wound care, and infection management.
• Collaborates with physicians to develop and implement treatment plans and communicates changes in patients' conditions to the care team.
• Maintains accurate, timely, and complete patient medical records and documentation.
• Educates patients and their families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and preventive cardiovascular care.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Master's degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.