Cardiology Nurse Practitioner

The APN is a licensed professional nurse that works under the supervision and direction of collaborating physicians or the Medical Director for the Cardiovascular program; they provide direct, comprehensive, preventative and therapeutic healthcare to patients and families including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, prescription, counseling and instruction in compliance with Nurse Practitioner Protocols and all regulations governing APNs. The APN may provide healthcare for which the APN is educationally prepared and for which competence has been attained and maintained. Responsible for all aspects of coordination of Hospitalist program including fiscal accountability, time and resources. Perform other duties as assigned.

• Current RNP and/or APN licensure in Arkansas.
• Completion of an accredited graduate program in nursing and preceptorship, including supporting documentation. Current BLS certification required. Current ACLS certification (for in-patient setting) is preferred.
• Acute Care certification required
• Eligibility for a Medicare provider number and DEA registration.
• Three to five years of clinical experience preferred. One year experience in an APN Role preferred.

CHI St. Vincent, a regional health network serving Arkansas, is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4,500 coworkers, 1,000 medical staff, and 500 volunteers, we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CHI St Vincent North has 69 beds and offers a small-town feeling of family and camaraderie. We have a strong neuro and cardiac focus. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community. CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our employee well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life balance. We offer the following benefits to support you and your family: Free Premium Membership to our program to help employees with child care, pet care, senior caregivers, housekeepers & more. Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Flexible spending accounts Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Assistance for career growth and development Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs Wellness Programs