NP​/PA - Interventional Cardiology

Overview

The Interventional Cardiology Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) or Physician Assistant utilizes a patient-centered coordinated care model, demonstrating competencies in leadership, direct clinical practice, consultation/collaboration, coaching/guiding, research, and ethical decision-making. The APN works collaboratively with the practice/hospital team to assess, plan, and implement care for individuals with health and safety needs.

The Interventional Cardiology Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) or Physician Assistant utilizes a patient-centered coordinated care model, demonstrating competencies in leadership, direct clinical practice, consultation/collaboration, coaching/guiding, research, and ethical decision‑making. The APN works collaboratively with the practice/hospital team to assess, plan, and implement care for individuals with health and safety needs.

Position will include a hybrid of inpatient and outpatient work, consisting of half a day in the hospital and half a day in the office.

Coverage will be Monday through Friday, plus one weekend per month (12 times per year) for hospital rounds with a physician.

Weekends as Needed

Holiday Work As Needed

On‑Call Commitment Required

• Performs and documents accurate, complete, and relevant history and physical assessments appropriate for the patient's age, gender, and clinical problem.
• Orders, performs, and interprets laboratory tests and diagnostic studies/procedures in collaboration with physicians and consultants as appropriate.
• Manages general medical and surgical conditions based on comprehensive knowledge of etiologies, risk factors, pathophysiology, and the indications and contraindications of pharmacologic agents and other treatment modalities.
• Prescribes medication safely and effectively in accordance with best practices, hospital policy, and NJ regulations, providing patient education as needed.
• Seeks opportunities to promote Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) APN practice recognition (locally, nationally, and internationally) through conferences, publications, and presentations.
• Provides care that is patient- and family-centered, compassionate, and effective for the promotion of health and treatment of disease.
• Practices as a healthcare provider according to the rules and regulations of the Medical Staff and bylaws as outlined in the delineation of privileges.
• Adheres to HMH nursing protocols, standards of care, and disease‑specific quality indicators.
• Applies evidence‑based and value‑based medicine to systematically analyze and improve patient care practices and outcomes.
• Evaluates patient/family transition of care planning, considering resource utilization, cost, quality, safety and self‑management promotion for chronic conditions.
• Demonstrates clinical expertise through advanced assessment and procedural skills pertinent to the practice specialty.
• Completes medication reconciliations as appropriate.
• Participates in annual APN peer review.
• Translates `best practice' into clinical practice by evaluating current protocols and standards of care.
• Provides culturally sensitive and educationally appropriate health management education to patients and families.
• Facilitates consistent, coordinated care and clear communication among all members of the healthcare team through participation in daily interdisciplinary rounds.
• Serves as an advocate for patients and families, identifying and addressing obstacles to care progression and escalating issues as appropriate.
• Serves as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinary team by addressing clinical, process, and system improvement opportunities.
• Participates in organizational and departmental meetings, committees, and work groups as necessary.
• Demonstrates the highest level of…