Advanced Practice Provider - FT Days Structural Heart Outpatient CBMC

Job Description

• The nurse practitioner / physician assistant functions as an independent care provider in collaboration with the medical / surgical staff
• Their advance practice is characterized by comprehensive health assessments and management of patients with acute and / or chronic health problems in the peri-operative cardiothoracic surgery setting
• Obtain patient histories and perform physical examination
• Write consultations, H&Ps, pre-op orders and post-op progress notes as indicated
• Assess and manage pre- and post-operative conditions as well as common health problems
• Order and evaluate pertinent diagnostic tests including but not limited to : Radiology, laboratories, echocardiograms and ECG s
• Prescribe pharmacological agents and non-pharmacological treatments for appropriate medical conditions
• Educate patients and / or families regarding disease process, medical and surgical intervention and health promotion
• Document patient teaching
• Refers and communicates pertinent abnormalities to surgical director / medical specialist
• Serves as a resource for nursing and ancillary staff in regards to patient and disease management
• Facilitate practices that are in compliance with PRO-NJ and JCAHO requirements

Requirements

Responsibilities include :