Nurse Practitioner-Cardiology

Company: Intermountain Healthcare
Location: Las Vegas
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description:This position is accountable for the provision of patient care and other activities as permitted by licensure and defined within Credentialing and Privileging documentation (hospital), Credentialing and Scope of Practice (Medical Group), Consultation and Referral Plan (DOPL) or other similar documentation as appropriate. As part of that patient care, this position is accountable to: deliver optimal patient care through effective clinical practice; education of the patient, patient's family, clinical staff, and others; consultation with other healthcare providers; and maintain current knowledge regarding options for optimal patient care and outcomes.Intermountain Healthcare is a system of 24 hospitals, a broad range of clinics and services,160 clinics, a Medical Group of 2,400+ employed physicians and advanced practitioners, and health insurance plans from SelectHealth. Ranked in the top five of our nation's health systems for quality, cost, and innovation, Intermountain Healthcare brings 45 years' experience in making care more accessible and affordable.Intermountain Healthcare is looking for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in Nevada. The Nevada-based medical group is a non-profit entity of Intermountain Healthcare. Being a part of Intermountain Healthcare means embarking on a career filled with opportunities, strength, innovation, and fulfillment. We offer competitive pay with financial incentives for yielding strong metrics on quality care. Our clinicians receive an excellent benefit package, including CME reimbursement, paid license renewals, generous PTO, and much more. Take advantage of personal and professional growth opportunities including leadership pathways, charitable sponsorships, and volunteer opportunities.If you're ready to join our Mission in helping people live the healthiest lives possible, please apply now , or contact Anita Prince, Physician Recruiter at aprince@imailnv.org- 702-528-6276.
Essential Functions:

• Examinations, evaluations, assessments; diagnose and treat illness and chronic medical conditions.
• Ensures patient satisfaction and develops plans to improve patient satisfaction.
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 am-5 pm
• Average Patient Census: 18-24/dayRequirements:
  • Must have or be eligible to have a current and unrestricted NP or PA license
  • Certificate of completion from an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or Physician Assistant Program
  • Must have or be eligible to have a Nevada Pharmacy and DEA License
  • A minimum of 2 years' experience in Cardiology
  • Must have 2-3 years of Managed Care experience
  • Ability to float between practice locationsPreference:
    • Prior experience with heart failure patients preferred
    • Fluent Spanish speaking abilityPhysical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
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      Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
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      Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
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      Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
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      Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).
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      May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.Location:Clinic Cardiology - SummerlinWork City:Las VegasWork State:NevadaScheduled Weekly Hours:40

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