Nurse Practitioner, NP or Physician Assistant, PA - Cardiology Alice

CHRISTUS Health

Alice, TX

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Advanced Practice Nurse (APN), CPR Certification, Cardiology, Consulting, Documentation, Hospital, Medical Records, Medications, Nurse Practitioner, Nursing, Patient Assessment, Physician Assistant, Problem Solving Skills, Team Player, Treatment Evaluation
LOCATION
Alice, TX
POSTED
7 days ago
Description

Summary:

CHRISTUS SPOHN is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join its team at CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital in Alice, TX. This is a PRN position needed for weekend and holiday coverage.

Provides comprehensive cardiac care under physician supervision. Follows established nursing protocols, delegates to support staff, and evaluates and adjusts patient care. Coordinates diagnostics and treatments, maintains accurate charting, and facilitates referrals and consults. Conducts physical exams, prescribes medications and therapies, and performs specialty procedures as credentialed.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Practice in accordance with Texas Board of Nursing and APN scope of practice.
  • Round and assess patients with the Cardiologist.
  • Document the assessment.
  • Order medications and treatments as needed.
  • Consult with the hospitalist regarding the consultations.
  • Communicate with the Cardiologist regarding assessment and results.
  • Maintain accurate, confidential, and compliant medical records.

Qualifications:

    • Advanced Nursing Degree or Master's Degree required.
    • Current Texas State Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) license or PA license.
  • Advances Nursing Degree or Master's Degree required.
  • Current Texas State Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) license or PA license.
  • 2 years' experience in Cardiology, ER, or ICU background/experience preferred.
  • New grads will be considered depending on previous experience.
  • CPR certification (AHA).
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and customer/team-oriented skills.

Work Type:

PRN--Weekends and Holidays as needed

Recruiter:

Dee Dee Fowler

deedee.fowler@christushealth.org

Call/Text: (903) 237-9418


About the Company

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CHRISTUS Health

In 1999, two historic Catholic charities became one, forming CHRISTUS Health and creating a unique purpose in the modern health care market - to take better care of people.

To extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ, the mission that the Sisters of Charity Health Care system and Incarnate Word Health system shared for more than a century, is now also the mission of CHRISTUS Health.

Ranked among the top 10 Catholic health systems in the United States by size, the CHRISTUS Health system includes more than 40 hospitals and facilities in seven U.S. states, Chile and six states in Mexico, with assets of more than $4.6 billion.

Whether seeking care in Alexandria Louisiana, or Coahuila, Mexico, patients discover that the healing spirit is alive at CHRISTUS Health.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Healthcare Services
FOUNDED
1999
WEBSITE
http://www.christushealth.org/