CARDIAC NP REMOTE - CARDIAC QUALITY - HEART & VASCULAR CENTER
Company: CAMC Health System
Location: Charleston
Posted on: November 10, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Summary
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is responsible for diagnostic
patient care primarily through virtual chart review and phone
conversation. The incumbent in this role serves as the
dispositional authority for after-hours clinical
calls/consultations. They are accountable for assessing,
diagnosing, treating and precisely documenting patients' physical
health status through the collection of health data.
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is responsible for diagnostic
patient care primarily through virtual chart review and phone
conversation. The incumbent in this role serves as the
dispositional authority for after-hours clinical
calls/consultations. They are accountable for assessing,
diagnosing, treating and precisely documenting patients' physical
health status through the collection of health data.
Responsibilities
--- Assesses acute and non-acute clinical problems. Performs and
documents evaluations and patient histories, analyzes trends in
patient conditions and develops, documents and implements a patient
management plan based on interpretation of findings. Aids in the
development of a plan of care that may include health education,
physician referrals, case management referrals and patient/family
counseling.--- Collaborates with on-call cardiologist, as needed,
to support expected clinical outcomes. Implements the appropriate
protocol to attain expected outcomes. Evaluate progress toward
expected outcomes.--- Initiates/participates in quality improvement
activities that result in approved outcomes--- Participates with
committee(s) to support growth--- Provides feedback regarding the
practice of others to improve patient care--- Coordination of
services with other programs
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesA remote Cardiovascular Advanced
Practice Provider (APP), such as a nurse practitioner (NP) or
physician assistant (PA) specializing in cardiology, requires a
specific set of knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform
effectively in a remote setting. Here's a breakdown:---
Knowledge:1. Cardiology Expertise:o Comprehensive understanding of
cardiovascular diseaseso Knowledge of diagnostic tools like ECGs,
echocardiograms, stress tests, and blood tests relevant to
cardiology.2. Remote Care Technologies:o Familiarity with
telehealth platforms, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and
remote monitoring devices.o Understanding of data privacy
regulations and cybersecurity practices to ensure patient
information security.3. Pharmacology:o In-depth knowledge of
cardiovascular medications, including their indications, side
effects, interactions, and monitoring requirements.4. Clinical
Guidelines:o Awareness of current cardiology clinical guidelines
and best practices from organizations such as the American College
of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association
(AHA).Skills:1. Clinical Assessment:o Proficiency in conducting
virtual patient assessments, including evaluating symptoms,
reviewing medical history, and interpreting data from remote
monitoring devices.2. Diagnostic and Treatment Planning:o Ability
to formulate differential diagnoses and develop treatment plans
based on remote consultations and available diagnostic data.3.
Communication:o Effective communication skills for interacting with
patients remotely, including explaining complex medical information
clearly and compassionately.o Ability to collaborate with other
healthcare professionals through virtual means, such as
teleconferences and electronic communications.4. Technology
Utilization:o Competence in using telemedicine software, remote
monitoring tools, and electronic medical records (EMR) systems.o
Skills in troubleshooting basic technical issues that may arise
during virtual consultations.5. Patient Education and
Self-Management:o Ability to educate patients about their
cardiovascular conditions, treatment plans, and self-management
strategies, including lifestyle modifications and medication
adherence.Abilities:1. Critical Thinking:o Strong analytical skills
to assess remote patient data, make informed decisions, and adjust
treatment plans as necessary.2. Time Management:o Capability to
manage a remote caseload efficiently, including scheduling virtual
appointments and prioritizing tasks.3. Adaptability:o Flexibility
to adapt to changing technology, evolving guidelines, and the
unique challenges of providing remote care.4. Empathy and
Compassion:o Ability to provide compassionate care remotely,
addressing patient concerns and providing emotional support despite
physical distance.5. Regulatory Compliance:o Understanding and
adherence to telehealth regulations and policies, including
licensing requirements, reimbursement rules, and documentation
standards.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
A remote Cardiovascular Advanced Practice Provider (APP), such as a
nurse practitioner (NP) or physician assistant (PA) specializing in
cardiology, requires a specific set of knowledge, skills, and
abilities to perform effectively in a remote setting. Here's a
breakdown:
--- Knowledge:
Education
--- Master's Degree in Nurse Practitioner OR master's in Physician
AssistantExperience: 1 year of previous cardiology experience
required
Credentials
--- Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (Required) Nurse
Practitioner or Physician Assistant
--- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (Required)
--- Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
Work Schedule: Nights
Status: Full Time Regular 1.0
Location: Heart & Vascular Center
Location of Job: US:WV:Charleston
Talent Acquisition Specialist: Brianna L. Chin
brianna.chin@vandaliahealth.org
Keywords: CAMC Health System, Huntington , CARDIAC NP REMOTE - CARDIAC QUALITY - HEART & VASCULAR CENTER, Healthcare , Charleston, West Virginia
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