Position Details
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Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
\n\nProvides advanced clinical care in collaboration with attending cardiologists while also serving as the primary clinical and administrative leader for the cardiology APP team. The position encompasses direct patient care, program development, staff mentorship, quality improvement and operational oversight within inpatient and outpatient cardiology services.
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\nEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
A 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 required.
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\nLICENSURE/CERTIFICATION
Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in Texas and credentialed by the State to practice as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner. Board certification in area of specialty is required.
\n\nMust maintain current AHA BLS or higher in accordance with Medical-Dental Staff and UMA bylaws. Providers practicing in acute care environment must obtain AHA ACLS certification or advanced specialty equivalent as defined by the UMA Credentials Committee within 90 days of hire. Prescriptive authority is required. Valid DEA number must be obtained within 90-days of hire.
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