Job Summary
The advanced practice provider delivers comprehensive care to patients in an inpatient cardiology setting. This role includes assessing health needs, developing differential diagnoses, and coordinating and managing individualized patient care plans. The provider works closely with an interdisciplinary team to ensure care is appropriate to each patient’s developmental needs and contributes to ongoing quality improvement efforts.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive health assessments for patients receiving inpatient cardiology care.
- Develop and evaluate differential diagnoses to guide clinical decision-making.
- Create, implement, and manage patient care plans.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to deliver coordinated, developmentally appropriate care.
- Take part in quality improvement initiatives that support and enhance care delivery.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in nursing or a bachelor’s degree for Physician Assistant candidates.
- Relevant state licensure and required certifications.
- Cardiology experience is strongly preferred.
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