Advanced Practice Provider - Cardiology - Inpatient/Outpatient - CMH

VCU's Pauley Heart Center is expanding access to inpatient and outpatient cardiovascular care at VCU's Community Memorial Hospital.

The full time APP will manage acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions of new, transitional, and follow up patients in both the inpatient and ambulatory setting.

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP- NP, PA) provides high-quality medical and/or surgical patient care. This position provides care to patients with acute and chronic complaints in collaboration with the Attending Physician.

The Advanced Practice Provider provides diagnostic, therapeutic, and/or preventive healthcare service on a Collaborative APP/Physician team. The Advanced Practice Provider may perform any or all of the following: histories and physicals; order and interpret tests; make diagnosis; treat injuries/illness; assist with surgical procedures; counsel patient and/or prescribe medication and those invasive procedures defined by the Virginia Board of Medicine.

The Advanced Practice Provider works collaboratively with the medical team to deliver organized, timely, cost effective and quality patient care.

The Advanced Practice Provider will provide patient care under a defined departmental and state-approved scope of practice with the collaboration of an Attending Physician(s).

Essential Job Statements

Performance Expectation: Clinical & Patient Care Responsibilities

Demonstrates mastery of treatment and patient care of specialty population served. Demonstrates expert knowledge to coordinate patient care across the continuum of services through the patient’s trajectory of illness. Assesses the health status of individuals through health histories, by performing physical examination, initiating screening, ordering or performing diagnostic tests, providing direct patient care, assisting with surgical procedure, therapeutic intervention, prescribing medication and/or counseling patients to a specified patient population. Initiates emergency procedures as needed. Practices safety, environmental and/or infection control methods. Makes rounds with the attending physicians as necessary. Supervises and/or coordinates the activities of patient care and support staff within assigned area. Documents all pertinent information and data in the patient’s medical record. Interpreting information obtained from history and physical and develops a treatment plan. Formulates and prioritizes appropriate short-term and long-term therapeutic plans when indicated. Incorporates in the plan of care the physical, spiritual, cultural and psychosocial aspects of patients and families to promote optimum levels of health. Explores strategies to decrease length of stay and resource consumption within specialty area. Establishes priorities to meet the health needs of the individual, family or community. Maintains effective communications about patient care with all members of the health care team to assure care is coordinated. Assists with the coordination of care between primary and specialty health care services when needed.

Performance Expectation: Consultation

Functions as a consultant to other health care professionals in the multi-disciplinary team regarding routine and unusual therapeutic interventions. Serves as a liaison, translator and negotiator for staff, patients and families. Collaborates in the development, implementation, communication and monitoring of the multi-disciplinary plan of care for complex patients. Shares responsibility for patient education which may include the patient, family members or other caregivers. May provide training to residents, fellows and other health care staff in area of specialty. Participates in the continual assessment and revision of practices and procedures in specialty area. Promotes teamwork through effective communication, feedback to team members. Recognizes team as integral to individual effectiveness and quality patient outcomes.

Performance Expectation: Research

Utilizes current research to develop, implement and evaluate critical paths and standards of care for identified patient population. Contributes to the profession through participation in research, publications, consultation and/or educational activities. Demonstrates knowledge and support for clinical trials within specialty area.

Performance Expectation: Ethical Decision Making Skills

Incorporates the use of clinical judgment in ethical decision making. Practices the principles of ethics in decision making for patients. Promotes the use of interdisciplinary collaborative processes to resolve ethical dilemmas. Demonstrates appropriate use of skills of negotiation, mediation, collaboration, compromise and accommodation to assist families struggling with ethical decisions. Displays the ability to examine patient’s values that impact treatment decision-making preferences. Recognizes patient rights as a foundation for ethical decisions.

Performance Expectation: Professional Development

Seeks out opportunities for professional growth through organizational affiliations. Functions in collaborative relationships with physicians, allied health professionals and administration. Assesses own learning needs and develops and implements a plan for professional growth. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service and workshops. Participates in teaching program as needed. Participates in continuing education activities to maintain competencies and to meet re-certification requirements. Maintain appropriate certification requirements to continue VCUHS privileges.

Performance Expectation: Miscellaneous Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned and/or participates in special projects in order to support the mission of VCU Health. Provides assistance to team members. Accepts alternate assignments, as required, graciously.

Patient Population

Age Specific groups served:
As appropriate based on unit assignment.

Employment Qualifications

Required Education:

Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Midwife or Physician Assistant Program

Preferred Education:

Service-specific education

Licensure/Certification Required:

Current Virginia licensure from the appropriate Board as a Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant

Current national certification as appropriate for the role

Credentialing in accordance with medical staff by-laws for specific job titles

Current CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications; Additional certifications, including

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) for Pediatric services, may be determined at the department level

Licensure/Certification Preferred:

Service-specific certification

Minimum Qualifications

Years and Type of Required Experience

Previous clinical experience with the population served

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Cultural Responsiveness

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

Three (3) years of previous clinical experience with the population served

Previous experience in an academic healthcare system

Working Conditions

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands: Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.), Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.), Lifting/ Carrying (100+ lbs.), Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.), Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.), Stoop, Kneel, Squat, Crawling, Climbing, Balance, Bending

Work Position: Sitting, Walking, Standing

Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards

Physical Requirements: Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination), Perform Shift Work, Maneuver weight of patients, Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder, Reach above shoulder, Repetitive arm/hand movements, Finger Dexterity, Color Vision, Acuity – near, Acuity – far

Hazards: Depth perception, Use of Latex Gloves, Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents, Exposure to moving mechanical parts, Exposure to dust/fumes, Exposure to potential electrical shock, Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy, Exposure to high pitched noises, Gaseous risk exposure

Mental/Sensory – Emotional  

Mental / Sensory: Strong Recall, Reasoning, Problem Solving, Hearing, Speak Clearly, Write Legibly, Reading, Logical Thinking

Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady Pace, Able to Handle Multiple Priorities, Frequent and Intense Customer Interactions, Noisy Environment, Able to Adapt to Frequent Change

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Nurse Practitioner, Ortho Joints- North Liberty Campus

University of Iowa Healthcare Iowa City, IA

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will work collaboratively with fellow APPs, orthopedic residents, and faculty surgeons within the Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation. This role will support the Adult Hip and Knee Arthroplasty team in an outpatient clinic setting. This requires delivery of collaborative care with the Adult Hip and Knee Arthroplasty team as well as other consulting services. This role requires someone who is organized, motivated, and very efficient. No weekends and no call with this position. Position Responsibilities Outpatient clinical management: Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, obtain histories and physicals, order and interpret diagnostic tests, develop treatment plans, prescribe medications, and perform joint aspirations/injections. Return patient phone calls and MyChart messages. Collaborative care: Work closely with the Adult Hip and Knee Arthroplasty team nurses, medical assistants, administrative assistants, residents and faculty surgeons as well as consulting services to support continuity of care across the outpatient setting Documentation and quality improvement: Complete timely and accurate medical records, reports, and billing documentation. Participate in chart reviews, quality initiatives, and performance improvement committees to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Education and professional development: Provide patient education and contribute to the learning of students and residents. Engage in ongoing professional development and support departmental research activities. Team operations and leadership: Support compliance with policies and standards of care. Participate in committees, assist with process improvement projects, and help optimize service line operations. Provide coaching or feedback to team members as appropriate. Contribute to initiatives that improve patient outcomes, reduce complications, and enhance documentation accuracy. The new University of Iowa Health Care North Liberty Campus opened in the Spring of 2025. This 469,000 square foot facility is the home to UI Health Care’s nationally recognized Orthopedics service line, offering comprehensive, coordinated, and accessible care across the outpatient, inpatient and surgical venues. These state-of-the-art clinical facilities will also include a full-service community imaging center, laboratory services, physical therapy, retail pharmacy, and emergency department as well as an array of support services. The facility has been designed to support a superior patient and staff experience; excellence across our patient care, teaching and research missions; convenient access to services; and engaging community partnerships. UI Health Care is seeking a welcoming, highly-skilled and collaborative workforce to be a part of the opening team for this superb new campus, and to help further our mission of: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives. Education Requirements Master’s degree required; MSN or DNP preferred. Current Iowa RN license and ARNP licensure required. National certification in an adult‑focused specialty required. Must be licensed and certified to care for adult patient populations. Experience Requirements 3–5 years of patient care experience (may include clinical rotations or clinical practice). Demonstrated experience or knowledge in orthopedic patient care. Demonstrated experience working effectively in a welcoming and respectful workplace environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Consistent timeliness and accuracy in documentation. Desired Qualifications Experience working in medical-surgical inpatient, surgical inpatient, orthopedic outpatient, or orthopedic surgical setting is highly desired. The department intends to hire for one position from either Physician Assistant, requisition 26004031, or Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner, requisition 26004032, based on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Please apply to the specific position for which you wish to be considered or both. In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload a resume and cover letter, and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions or additional information, please contact Amanda Petersen at amanda-petersen@uiowa.edu. Additional Information Classification Title: Advanced Reg Nurse Prac Appointment Type: SEIU Schedule: Full-time Work Modality Options: On Campus Compensation Pay Level: 11 Contact Information Organization: Healthcare Contact Name: Amanda Petersen Contact Email: amanda-petersen@uiowa.edu