Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - OutpatientNon-Invasive Cardiology

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POSITION

SUMMARY / RESPONSIBILITIES

Serves as

member of health care team that provides specialized health care,

including preventive care and ongoing health maintenance for

selected groups of patients. Functions in a variety of settings

ranging from ambulatory to inpatient. Participates in the care of

well, acutely ill and chronically ill patients.

EDUCATION

Registered Professional Nurse who is prepared for advanced nursing

practice by virtue of knowledge and skills obtained through an

accredited post-basic or advanced educational program of study

acceptable to the Board of Nurse Examiners. A Master’s degree in

nursing is preferred. Must be a participating Medicare provider or

eligible to obtain a Medicare provider number. Three years of

nursing experience is required and two years of advanced practice

is preferred.

LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION

Must be currently licensed as a

Registered Nurse in Texas and credentialed by the State to practice

as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Must maintain current AHA BLS or

higher in accordance with Medical-Dental staff bylaws. Prescriptive

authority is required. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90

days of hire. Certification by a national nursing body is

required.