Acute Care Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Cardiology

Description

We are seeking an experienced Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our cardiology team in San Antonio, TX. This role offers a balanced mix of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities, providing comprehensive cardiovascular care in collaboration with our cardiology physicians.

🩺 Key Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, histories, and physicals in both inpatient and outpatient settings

• Manage acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions

• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic studies

• Assist in hospital rounds, admissions, and discharges

• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising cardiologists

• Educate patients and families on heart health, disease management, and lifestyle modifications

• Document all care in the EMR in a timely and accurate manner

✅ Qualifications

• Licensed Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant in the state of Texas

• National certification (ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA)

• Cardiology or inpatient acute care experience required

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment

🕒 Schedule & Compensation

• Full-time position with a mix of hospital and clinic hours

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, malpractice coverage, CME allowance, PTO, and 403(b) retirement plan