Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiology

Company: ENP Network
Location: Eau Claire
Posted on: December 4, 2019

Job Description:

Position Description Provides comprehensive direct and indirect patient care in the outpatient and inpatient settings across the continuum of care. Communicates with physicians regarding changes in patient's clinical condition; results of diagnostic studies; and patient symptomatology as appropriate. In response to changes in patient condition; quickly, accurately and effectively modifies therapeutic interventions to promote optimal health status. Conducts staff and patient education to promote wellness and prevention of health problems. Develops resources and communicates knowledge to members of healthcare team, patients, and their family members. The American Nurses Association (ANA) Scope and Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics for Nurses provide for a basis for practice for the nurse practitioner. The National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants and American Academy of Physician Assistants provides guidelines for Physician Assistant practice. Qualifications: Nurse Practitioner: Active Wisconsin R.N. license with eligibility to practice professional nursing in the State of Wisconsin National certification (e.g. ANCC or AANP) as a Nurse Practitioner with recertification every 5 years under regulating agencies guidelines. Current prescriptive authority in the state of Wisconsin (APNP certification and DEA) obtaining 8 contact hours per year in clinical pharmacology/therapeutics relevant to Advanced Practice Nurse Prescriber's area of practice. Current BLS and ACLS certification. Hospital and clinic privileges. Physician Assistant: Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant Program; NCCPA Certified, and licensed through the State of Wisconsin. Must complete 100 hours of CME every two (2) years and take the recertification exam every six (6) years. Must be supervised by licensed physician. Prescriptive Authority in the State of Wisconsin (WI Board of Medical Examiners and DEA) Current BLS and ACLS certification. Hospital and clinic privileges. Additional Qualifications: Ability to read and communicate effectively in English. Proficiency in reading, writing, and communicating in English. Additional languages preferred. Strong clinical assessment skills following current practice standards. Strong cardiovascular knowledge base involving cardiovascular physiology, medications, and treatment modalities recommended. Basic computer aptitude. License or Certification: Unrestricted Wisconsin License. Exemption status: Exempt Compensation Detail: Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended. Benefits Eligible: Yes Schedule: Full Time Schedule Details: Full-time, Monday through Friday day hours with weekend rotation. Weekend Schedule: Weekend rotation. Site Description: Eau Claire, with a metro area of 163,000 is home to the 11,000 students at the University of Wisconsin Eau Claire. Strong schools, low crime rate, and a reasonable cost of living may be expected. With an abundance of outdoor activities, Eau Claire was ranked #4 on the list of Americas best towns (Outside Magazine, 2015) The city also serves as the retail center for west central Wisconsin and the major metro area of Minneapolis/St. Paul is 90 minutes away. Mayo Clinic Health System in Eau Claire is recognized as a Best Hospital in Northwestern Wisconsin and within the top 10 for Hospitals in Wisconsin (U.S. News & World Report, 2015-2016). Mayo Clinic is an equal opportunity educator and employer (including veterans and persons with disabilities).

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