Advanced Practice Provider - In/Outpatient Cardiology Opportunity in West Houston - Memorial City - Memorial Hermann Health System : Job Details

Advanced Practice Provider - In/Outpatient Cardiology Opportunity in West Houston - Memorial CityLocationFacility: Memorial Hermann - Memorial City CardiologyAddress: Medical Plaza 4, 925 Gessner400Houston, TXOpportunity CriteriaSpecialty: CardiologyLoan Repayment:Not SpecifiedSalary Range:Not SpecifiedEmployment Type:Not SpecifiedBonus Offered:NoneOVERVIEWAdvanced Practice Provider Cardiology opportunity to join established practice in Memorial City Area (Houston, Texas). Memorial Hermann Medical Group is seeking an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with specialized training in Cardiology for our cardiology clinic in west Houston. The provider will provide clinical care, assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of cardiology patients to help meet the needs of a busy cardiology practice. Responsibilities include weekend call coverage, 1:6.Acute Care certification and ACLS certification are required.*Minimum QualificationsNurse Practitioner / Advanced Practice NurseEducation: Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner program approved by the State of Texas. Masters required. May encompass the following specialties: CRNA, CNM, CNS, CNP. May encompass the following specialties: CRNA, CNM, CNS, CNPLicenses/Certifications:* Licensed to practice professional nursing by the State of Texas* Licensure by the State of Texas APRN and eligibility for full prescriptive authority by the State of Texas* Certified by a recognized national certification by the State Board of Texas in area of population foci and/or additional specialty recognition beyond the APRN* Eligibility for DEA licensure* Basic Cardiac Life Certification or Advanced Cardiac Life CertificationExperience / Knowledge / Skills:* Two (2) years clinical experience preferred in area of intended practice* First Assist and/or EVD experience preferred* Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of we advance health through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.Principal Accountabilities* Provides health promotion and the assessment, diagnosis, and management of patient problems which includes the use and prescription of pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic intervention, assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process and across the health wellness-illness continuum as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team, according to the age/needs of the patient population served.* For prescriptive authority, APRN or PA acts under the delegation of a supervising physician, maintaining an active Prescriptive Authority agreement in accordance with regulations and policy.* Practices within approved protocols, guidelines, and clinical pathways and evidence based medicine.* Transitions between inpatient/outpatient.* Directs and evaluates throughput; delegates or provides backup assistance including triage.* Ability to float, round to multiple facilities and/or take call (first call).* External Ventricular Drain (EVD) Insertion (Mischer Neurosciences only).* Provides accurate billing, coding and documentation.* Completes medical records and submit charges in a timely manner.* Responsible for overall unit performance in collaboration with physicians or other providers.* First Assist physicians in performing surgical procedures by providing support as needed.* Obtains medical histories; performs physical examinations/ reviews/orders/interprets diagnostic tests and radiographic results; formulates and manages patient treatment plan and outcomes; provides interventions and performs procedures within legal cope and authority that the APRN or PA is approved, delegated to and credentialed to perform including but not limited to incision and drainage, pelvic exams, lesion removal/destruction, suturing, and casting/splinting.* Collaborates in the development and evaluation of patient care. Updates clinical guidelines/protocols/pathways; works autonomously and accepts accountability for outcomes; signs orders in accordance with institution and state board requirements; collaborates in research and teaching projects and applies research to practice.* Uses interpersonal and verbal communication skills to educate patient/family on care resources; participates in process improvement and multidisciplinary clinical outcome improvement activities utilizing advanced nursing expertise.* Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.* Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.* Other duties as assigned.ABOUT MEMORIAL HERMANN MEDICAL GROUPAs part of the Memorial Hermann Health System, Memorial Hermann Medical Group (MHMG) brings together many of Houston's leading providers under one organization for better coordination in healthcare delivery.Established in 2006, the Memorial Hermann Medical Group (MHMG) includes primary care physicians, specialists and advanced practice providers who all share a single focus - to practice evidenced-based medicine in order to provide an exceptional level of collaborative, quality patient-centered care. With approximately 200 providers and over 60 clinics, MHMG creates the structure that facilitates this collaboration and mutual commitment toward common desired behaviors and outcomes.Benefits of employment include a competitive compensation package with a productivity, bonus and comprehensive practice management that includes:* Billing and Collections* Insurance Contracting* Branding/Marketing* Human Resource/Staffing Support* Leading-edge Information TechnologyABOUT HOUSTONAlive with energy and rich in diversity, Houston, Texas is a dynamic mix of outstanding performing and visual arts venues, local teams representing all major sports, countless restaurants offering a variety of excellent cuisine and world-class attractions. With a vibrant economy, Houston is home to thriving businesses include growth in high-technology industries, medical research, health care and professional services. Houston is known internationally as the home of one of the best medical communities in the world with the Texas Medical Center (TMC), the largest medical center in the world, only 10 minutes from downtown Houston. With its beautiful surroundings, mild year-round climate, low cost of living and high quality of life, Houston, TX has much to offer.OPPORTUNITY ID: MHMG_H&V_APP_FT_CARDIO_MC_REPLACEMENT_HV-25-40 *MH*