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Cardiology Nurse Practitioner Position Summary The Cardiology Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides advanced clinical care to patients with cardiovascular conditions across inpatient and/or outpatient settings. Working collaboratively with cardiologists and the multidisciplinary care team, the NP evaluates patients, manages acute and chronic cardiac conditions, and supports continuity of cardiovascular care. Key Responsibilities Perform comprehensive cardiovascular assessments, including histories and physical examinationsEvaluate, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic cardiac conditionsConduct inpatient rounds and/or outpatient clinic visits as applicableOrder, interpret, and document diagnostic tests including ECGs, echocardiograms, stress tests, and laboratory studiesDevelop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising physiciansManage cardiac medications and provide guideline-directed medical therapyMonitor patient response to treatment and adjust care plans accordinglyAssist with or manage cardiac procedures within scope of practice (e.g., cardioversion support, stress testing, device follow-ups)Provide patient and family education on cardiovascular disease, medications, lifestyle modification, and follow-up careCoordinate care with nursing, pharmacy, cardiac rehabilitation, and consulting servicesEnsure accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical recordParticipate in quality improvement, patient safety, and cardiology service initiatives Clinical Areas May Include General cardiologyHeart failure managementElectrophysiology supportPreventive cardiologyPost-procedural and post-hospital follow-up Schedule Day shift with variable hoursMay include limited call, evenings, or weekends depending on service needs Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program (Adult or Acute Care preferred)Current national certification as a Nurse PractitionerActive or eligible state licensureBLS certification required; ACLS preferredPrior cardiology, internal medicine, hospital medicine, or critical care experience preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong cardiovascular assessment and clinical decision-making skillsProficiency in ECG interpretation and cardiac diagnosticsAbility to function effectively in fast-paced inpatient or outpatient settingsExcellent communication and interdisciplinary collaboration skillsCommitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care Work Environment Hospital inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and procedural areasRequires standing, walking, and frequent patient interactionExposure to moderate- to high-acuity cardiac patients depending on role