Cardiology Nurse Practitioner
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11 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position Overview:
We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to join our Cardiology team in Hilo Hawaii. You will work alongside a collaborative group of cardiologists and healthcare professionals to provide high-quality cardiovascular care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. This is a unique opportunity to practice in a supportive environment while enjoying an exceptional quality of life on the Big Island.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct patient evaluations histories and physical exams for new and follow-up cardiology patients.
- Manage and monitor patients with common cardiovascular conditions such as hypertension coronary artery disease atrial fibrillation heart failure hyperlipidemia etc.
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests including EKGs Holter monitors echocardiograms and stress tests.
- Assist in care coordination for patients undergoing procedures or referred for specialty care.
- Provide inpatient cardiology consults and follow-ups (if applicable).
- Participate in hospital rounds discharge planning and transitions of care.
- Educate patients and families on lifestyle changes medications and disease management.
- Collaborate closely with supervising cardiologists primary care providers and support staff.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Current and unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in Hawaii or eligibility to obtain one.
- National certification (AANP ANCC or NCCPA).
- BLS and ACLS certification required.
- A minimum of 12 years of cardiology or internal medicine experience is preferred but strong new graduates with relevant rotations or an RN background in cardiology will be considered.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Comfortable working independently with physician support.
- EMR experience (Epic or equivalent preferred).
Benefits
Why Hilo Hawaii
- Experience the beauty and culture of the Big Island with an unbeatable quality of life
- Close-knit welcoming community with a strong sense of ʻohana (family)
- Access to world-class hiking surfing beaches and volcano exploration
- Lower housing and cost of living than other Hawaiian islands
- High-impact work in an underserved and appreciative population
Required Skills:
Conduct patient evaluations histories and physical exams for new and follow-up cardiology patients Manage and monitor patients with cardiovascular conditions such as hypertension coronary artery disease atrial fibrillation heart failure and hyperlipidemia Order and interpret diagnostic tests including EKGs Holter monitors echocardiograms and stress tests Assist in care coordination for procedures or specialty referrals Provide inpatient cardiology consults and follow-ups (if applicable) Participate in hospital rounds discharge planning and transitions of care Educate patients and families on lifestyle changes medications and disease management Collaborate closely with supervising cardiologists primary care providers and support staff
Required Education:
Current and unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in Hawaii or eligibility to obtain one National certification (AANP ANCC or NCCPA) BLS and ACLS certification required 12 years cardiology or internal medicine experience preferred; strong new graduates with relevant rotations or RN cardiology background considered Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Comfortable working independently with physician support EMR experience
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Pain Management
- Acute Care
- Primary Care Experience
- Suturing
- Vital Signs Experience
- Dermal Fillers
- Experience Administering Injections
- Pediatrics Experience
- Nursing
- Botox Experience
- Medicare
