Nurse Practitioner - Outpatient Cardiology

SHIFT:

Any (United States of America)

A Brief Overview 

The advanced practice practitioner (APP) provides comprehensive, outpatient cardiology care within our satellite clinic network, primarily in Allentown with additional coverage in Reading and Bucks when needed. This is a day shift position (8 a.m. - 4 p.m.) with no weekend, holiday, or call requirements.

The APP will work within the multidisciplinary clinical team to provide individualized patient care through history and physical assessment, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, medication ordering, prescribing and management, formulating diagnoses and patient/family education. They promote evidenced based practice by conducting or participating in research studies and academic activities. Participates in quality improvement initiatives. The patient population is one with known or suspected cardiac disease.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with a strong interest in cardiology and a passion for patient education to join our growing team.

 

CHOP’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 
CHOP is committed to building an inclusive culture where employees feel a sense of belonging, connection, and community within their workplace. We are a team dedicated to fostering an environment that allows for all to be their authentic selves. We are focused on attracting, cultivating, and retaining diverse talent who can help us deliver on our mission to be a world leader in the advancement of healthcare for children. 
 
We strongly encourage all candidates of diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. 
 

Responsibilities 

• Manage a cohort of patients, perform and document daily assessments, collect data, and analyze findings to inform family-centered plans of care. 

• Perform advanced procedures listed in the Scope of Practice and approved as a part of the credentialing process. 

• Serve as a consultant and educational resource to patients, families, students, and multidisciplinary healthcare team members. 

• Participate in scholarly activities and maintain required competencies, identifying learning needs and seeking appropriate educational offerings.  

• Address safety issues and demonstrate shared accountability for safe practice. 

 

Education 

• Required: Master's degree- Nursing 

• Preferred: Doctorate- Nursing 

 

Skills and Abilities 

• Ability to work in a team setting with multiple responsibilities 

• Ability to use computer and electronic medical records effectively 

 

Licenses and Certifications 

• Required (upon hire in Pennsylvania): Registered Nurse and Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board  

• Required (upon hire in New Jersey): Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) (New Jersey) - New Jersey State Licensing Board 

• Required (upon hire): Specialty Certification as a Nurse Practitioner in area of education/subspecialty 

• Required (within 3 months): Prescriptive Authority