Nurse Practitioner - Cardiology (Per Diem)
About the Role
The Nurse Practitioner in the Cardiology Department provides quality service by performing a variety of functions and technical procedures necessary for the admission of patients scheduled for cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology studies, stress tests, echos, and chest pain observation. The Nurse Practitioner works in conjunction with the Cardiologist to provide consultation to in-patients, utilizing the processes of assessment, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and outcome evaluation. As an independent healthcare provider, the Nurse Practitioner collaborates closely with the Medical Director of Cardiology and physicians within the department.
Responsibilities
- Deliver quality care in preparing cardiology patients for invasive cardiac procedures (cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology studies), echo and stress testing.
- Evaluate and treat cardiac patients, obtain consents, and follow patients post-cardiac catheterization.
- Admit and discharge patients from the cardiology service.
- Assist in growing the Cardiology line of services at Stony Brook Southampton Hospital.
Requirements
- Master’s in Nursing Degree and completion of a Nurse Practitioner Program.
- New York State Licensed Registered Professional Nurse and Nurse Practitioner.
- Nurse Practitioner National Board Certification in specialty area.
- Completion of a pharmacology component of not less than three (3) semester hours or equivalent, including instruction in NYS laws relating to prescription and record keeping (3-hour course).
- Previous experience relevant to cardiology and prescriptive privileges in NYS.
- Current BLS/ACLS/PALS provider certification from the American Heart Association.
As part of employment, there may be occasions requiring travel to other locations to support operational needs. This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit facial hair. The role may be designated as "essential," requiring the employee to remain at work or report during institutional emergencies.
Pay
$94.6050 per hour.
Schedule
Per Diem.
About the Organization
Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, part of Stony Brook Medicine, provides direct access to the highest level of academic-based medical care. Located in the heart of Southampton village, the hospital serves a diverse community of year-round residents, second homeowners, and vacationers. The population ranges from approximately 75,000 in winter to over 300,000 in summer. Stony Brook Southampton Hospital has been recognized as a Long Island Top Workplace by Newsday among large employers (500+ employees).
StaffCo, a Professional Employer Organization (PEO), is the employer of Stony Brook Southampton employees, responsible for employment functions, payroll, human resources, and employee benefits. SUNY Stony Brook Hospital operates the hospital and provides healthcare services as a co-employer for regulatory and licensure purposes.