Baton Rouge Cardiology Center is looking for a nurse practitioner, an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN), to diagnose and treat health conditions, as well as promote good health practices. As a nurse practitioner, you’ll be our go-to person for ensuring the best patient care possible. The job description of a nurse practitioner includes conducting physical examinations, interpreting lab tests and overseeing patients’ health. You’ll be both a health practitioner and an educator, supporting disease prevention practices and helping patients lead healthy lives. Cardiology experience is preferred. You’ll have to work closely with other healthcare professionals, so you should have a team spirit and a positive attitude. Patience, problem-solving skills and communication ability are important. If you’re dedicated to advancing your knowledge and clinical expertise through research and professional discourse, we’d like to meet you.

Responsibilities

Examine patients and their medical records
Order and study diagnostic tests (blood tests, X-rays, etc.)
Diagnose health conditions and illnesses
Propose treatments for chronic diseases
Prescribe medications
Maintain accurate records and schedules
Inform patients about their health conditions and prescribed medications
Educate patients and their family members on diseases, treatment plans and prevention
Oversee patients’ overall health
Promote good health practices
Advance professional knowledge and conduct research

Requirements

Proven experience as nurse practitioner in a clinic, hospital, ER or other setting
Expertise in cardiology, primary care, acute care and chronic care practices preferred
Knowledge of health and patient care regulations
Excellent communication skills
Strong ethics
Patience
Willingness to continue gaining knowledge and clinical experience
Valid nurse practitioner license in Louisiana

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
Dental insurance
401(k)
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Continuing education credits
Retirement plan
Malpractice insurance

Medical Specialty:

Cardiology

Physical Setting:

Clinic
Inpatient
Outpatient
Satellite Clinic

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
On call

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Certified Nurse Practitioner (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Baton Rouge Cardiology Center

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