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General Nurse Practitioner Job in Longview, Texas

NP, Nurse Practitioner/PA, Physician Assistant - Inpatient Cardiology/COBS

Company:CHRISTUS Health

Professions/Specialties:General Nurse Practitioner,NP - Cardiology

Location:Longview, Texas, United States

Job Type:PRN, In-person, Permanent

Job Description

Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a PRN Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Inpatient Cardiology team in Longview, TX. This position provides overnight coverage for hospitalized cardiology patients, working collaboratively with cardiologists and the multidisciplinary care team to deliver high-quality cardiovascular care in an inpatient setting.

The ideal candidate will have previous inpatient cardiology, hospital medicine, critical care, or acute care experience and be comfortable managing medically complex patients during overnight hours.

Key Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and manage hospitalized patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions
  • Perform overnight admissions, consultations, and follow-up evaluations
  • Collaborate closely with cardiologists on patient management and treatment plans
  • Order and interpret laboratory studies, imaging, EKGs, and other diagnostic testing
  • Respond to changes in patient condition and provide timely clinical interventions
  • Coordinate care with physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary departments
  • Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, and discharge recommendations
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR

Qualifications

  • Current Texas license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  • National certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA)
  • Previous inpatient cardiology, hospital medicine, critical care, or acute care experience preferred
  • Strong clinical judgment and ability to work independently in a fast-paced hospital environment
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Schedule & Compensation

  • PRN (as needed)
  • Night shifts
  • Competitive compensation based on experience

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About CHRISTUS Health

CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures.

Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.

To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.

EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST

We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.