Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiology Hybrid

MaineHealth Cardiology is seeking an experienced patient centered, respectful, flexible, and detail oriented Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our growing practice as we diligently meet the needs of the greater southern Maine Cardiac Patient Population in our Biddeford, Maine location . Join our team of Advanced Practice Providers and physicians in this hybrid position, working in a clinic, 4- 10-hour days or hospital week scheduled once every 4-5 weeks, working 5- 8-hour days.

We offer our patients outstanding cardiology services with the highest level of care. Our cardiologists are Board Certified and trained in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases of the heart and circulatory system.

Schedule : Clinical 4-day work week- 10-hour workdays; inpatient hospital week scheduled once every 4-5 weeks working 5-day work week - 8-hour shifts; no nights & no weekends.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Current nursing license issued by the State of Maine or eligible for licensure.
• Successful completion of an approved Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• BSN required; MSN preferred.
• Minimum three years of professional nursing experience.
• Two years of Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant experience preferred but not required.
• Current BLS certification.
• Knowledge of advanced practice of nursing, professional nursing theory, practices and regulations related to evaluating and providing patient care, and professional ethics related to the delivery of nursing care.
• Knowledge of patient assessment techniques including taking medical histories, performing physicals, evaluating health status, including state of wellness and compliance with care recommendations.
• Skill in case management, time management, problem solving, crisis intervention, multitasking and other organizational matters.
• Ability to make responsible decisions within scope of NP Practice.
• Ability to educate patients, families, and staff in user-friendly manner.

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