Acute Care Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Cardiology

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant - Cardiology at Christus Health summary:

This position seeks an experienced Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide inpatient and outpatient cardiology care in San Antonio, TX. Responsibilities include patient assessment, management of cardiovascular conditions, ordering diagnostic tests, and collaborating with cardiologists on treatment plans. The role requires relevant licensure, certification, and cardiovascular clinical experience, offering a full-time schedule with comprehensive benefits.

Description

We are seeking an experienced Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our cardiology team in San Antonio, TX . This role offers a balanced mix of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities , providing comprehensive cardiovascular care in collaboration with our cardiology physicians.

? Key Responsibilities

• Perform patient assessments, histories, and physicals in both inpatient and outpatient settings

• Manage acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions

• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic studies

• Assist in hospital rounds, admissions, and discharges

• Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with supervising cardiologists

• Educate patients and families on heart health, disease management, and lifestyle modifications

• Document all care in the EMR in a timely and accurate manner

✅ Qualifications

• Licensed Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant in the state of Texas

• National certification (ANCC, AANP, or NCCPA)

• Cardiology or inpatient acute care experience required

• Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment

? Schedule & Compensation

• Full-time position with a mix of hospital and clinic hours

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience

• Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, malpractice coverage, CME allowance, PTO, and 403(b) retirement plan

Keywords:

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, Cardiology, Cardiovascular Care, Patient Assessment, Diagnostic Studies, Inpatient Care, Outpatient Care, Treatment Plans, Clinical Collaboration