Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiology - Heart Failure Clinic
- Full-time
Job Description
Job Description
About Us :
San Diego Cardiac Center is a physician-owned, single-specialty cardiology practice with three locations serving central, eastern, and southern San Diego County. With over 50 years of community presence, we provide high-quality, patient-centered care. Our MSO organization includes 120+ employees, 16 physicians, and a strong leadership team.
Role Summary :
Position is for a licensed Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to lead our cardiology team in a transformative initiative aimed at improving outcomes for heart failure patients. This role is central to reducing hospital readmissions, enhancing quality of life, and supporting physician workflows through a multidisciplinary, patient-centered care model.
Physician Workflows : Integrate and supplement primary care and heart failure cardiology clinical visits in the management of heart failure patients.
Key Responsibilities :
- Conduct ambulatory visits for HF patients, serving as the primary cardiology-based NP / PA
- Provide early post-discharge follow-up (within 3–5 days) to ensure continuity of care
- Collaborate with cardiologists, nurses, pharmacists, and care coordinators in a multidisciplinary team.
- Utilize remote monitoring tools and telehealth platforms for high-risk patient surveillance.
- Educate patients and families on medication adherence, dietary guidelines, and symptom recognition.
- Coordinate referrals to ancillary services including cardiac rehab, dietary services, discharge planning, and social work
- Participate in patient education programs and workshops to promote self-care and family engagement.
- Support palliative care efforts including symptom management and advance care planning
- Document all clinical interactions and care plans in the EMR with accuracy and timeliness
- Monitor and report on quality metrics related to readmission rates and patient outcomes
Ancillary Services Integration :
Quality Measure Alignment :
This role directly supports our IPA's strategic goals by targeting 7-day readmissions-a critical quality metric. Early outpatient follow-up and coordinated care are proven strategies to reduce readmissions and improve long-term outcomes.
Qualifications :
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Nurse Practitioner Or Physician Assistant • San Diego, CA, US