Cardiology Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (NP/PA)

Position Summary

The Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant provides comprehensive cardiovascular care to patients across the continuum of care. This role includes evaluation, diagnosis, and management of patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions, working collaboratively with cardiologists and multidisciplinary care teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered, evidence-based care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Evaluate and manage patients with cardiovascular conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, hypertension, and lipid disorders
Perform comprehensive history taking, physical examinations, and ongoing patient assessments
Develop and implement individualized treatment and management plans in collaboration with supervising physicians
Provide inpatient and/or outpatient cardiology care depending on practice setting
Interpret diagnostic studies such as electrocardiograms, echocardiograms, stress tests, and laboratory results as appropriate
Manage medication therapy and monitor treatment effectiveness
Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and lifestyle modification
Participate in care coordination, transitions of care, and discharge planning
Communicate effectively with cardiologists, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals
Document patient encounters accurately and in a timely manner
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
Supervise or collaborate with clinical staff and learners as applicable
Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
Current NP or PA certification and licensure in the applicable state
Eligibility for hospital credentialing and privileging
DEA registration or eligibility
Prior experience or training in cardiology preferred

Skills and Competencies

Strong clinical knowledge of cardiovascular disease management
Excellent assessment, diagnostic, and clinical decision-making skills
Ability to manage acute and chronic cardiac conditions
Strong communication and patient education skills
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care

Work Environment

Hospital inpatient units, outpatient cardiology clinics, procedural areas, or a combination thereof
Schedule may include weekdays, weekends, or call coverage depending on practice needs

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout clinical environments
Manual dexterity for clinical examinations and procedures
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and interpretation of diagnostic data

Requirements

In Wyoming Certifications - Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) - Wyoming State Board of Nursing or Physician Assistant (PA) - Wyoming Board of Medicine

Cardiology Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (NP/PA)- Wyoming