A Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills, works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. Provides health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. They may care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted in age-related category and area of expertise.
Education Qualifications:
Essentia Health - Marilyn Covey Heart & Vascular Center in Brainerd, MN is seeking a Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) to provide comprehensive cardiovascular care across the continuum, including ambulatory cardiology, acute care cardiology, Heart Failure, and pre- and post-invasive cardiovascular care. This is a diverse practice opportunity for an APP who values clinical variety, collaborative care, and caring for patients across multiple cardiovascular settings.
Clinical Practice Ambulatory Cardiology:
Evaluate and manage new and established cardiology patients; manage cardiovascular conditions, risk factors, medications, and diagnostic testing; provide longitudinal follow-up, education, and care coordination.
Acute Care Cardiology:
Evaluate and manage hospitalized patients with acute cardiovascular conditions. Collaborate with cardiologists and the multidisciplinary hospital care team.
Heart Failure:
Evaluate and manage patients with new and established heart failure; optimize guideline-directed medical therapy; monitor treatment response; provide timely post-discharge follow-up and multidisciplinary care coordination.
Pre- and Post-Invasive Cardiovascular Care:
In collaboration with the interventional cardiologists perform pre-procedure assessments and coordinate testing; provide patient education and post-procedure evaluation. Ideal Candidate NP or PA with cardiology, cardiovascular, acute care, or related clinical experience preferred. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong clinical judgment, excellent communication and collaboration skills, and an interest in comprehensive cardiovascular care across inpatient and outpatient settings. Join Essentia Health Brainerd Cardiology Team and help provide comprehensive cardiovascular care to patients throughout the Brainerd Lakes region.
Licensure/Certification Qualifications:
NP:
Current licensure as a registered nurse in appropriate state. Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in appropriate state. Current certification in CPR. National certification in applicable area. Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice
PA:
Current licensure as a physician assistant in appropriate state. Current certification in CPR. National certification. Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice
FTE:
1
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:
Shift Rotation:
Day Rotation (United States of America)
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No Call Obligation:
No Union:
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Compensation Range:
$119,433.60 - $167,211.20 Employee Benefits at
Essentia Health:
At Essentia Health, we're committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
