Description

AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.


Description

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

• Nurse Practitioner (NP): Master's degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited program or grandfathered per NJ law
  • Physician Assistant (PA): Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program
• Licensure & Certification (unencumbered):
  - NP: Current Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse licensure in the State of New Jersey with national certification in area of specialty
  - PA: Current Physician Assistant license in the State of New Jersey with NCCPA certification
• Eligible for and granted clinical privileges by the Medical Staff Office
• BLS and ACLS required at time of hire; must be American Heart Association (AHA) certified

Position Summary

The Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a key member of the Heart & Vascular Institute care team, delivering high-quality, evidence-based cardiovascular care across both inpatient and ambulatory settings. This hybrid role supports continuity of care throughout the patient journey, from acute hospitalization through outpatient follow-up.

The APP practices collaboratively with cardiology physicians and interdisciplinary team members, exercising independent clinical judgment within granted privileges and established collaborative practice agreements. Responsibilities include comprehensive patient evaluation, diagnosis, and management of acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions.

The APP works in partnership with physician leaders, nursing, and administrative teams to support clinical excellence, patient safety, and quality improvement initiatives. This role emphasizes adaptability, professional accountability, and patient-centered care across care settings.

Qualifications

Education
• NP: Master's degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited program or grandfathered per NJ law
• PA: Master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program

License/Certification
• Current, unencumbered licensure in the State of New Jersey as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• National certification in area of specialty
• Granted clinical privileges by the Medical Staff Office
• BLS and ACLS required; must be American Heart Association (AHA) certified

Experience
• Minimum of 2 years relevant clinical experience preferred (cardiology, hospital medicine, internal medicine, critical care, or related specialty)
• Prior experience across inpatient and/or ambulatory cardiology settings preferred
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems preferred; training provided

Performance Expectations

Demonstrates the ability to perform department-specific competencies as outlined in the Assessment and Evaluation Tool. Practices within scope, privileging requirements, and collaborative agreements. Exhibits professionalism, accountability, and respect in all patient and team interactions.

Work Environment

Practice occurs across hospital-based inpatient units and ambulatory clinical settings. Potential exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous substances, blood-borne pathogens, and physical injury. Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, stooping, pushing equipment, and lifting approximately 25-30 lbs as required. Essential job functions are outlined in the department-specific Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

Reporting Relationship

This Advanced Practice Provider collaborates clinically with cardiology physicians and reports administratively to the appropriate departmental or operational leader. Additional reporting relationships may exist with Nursing or Departmental Leadership based on practice setting.

The above statements reflect the general responsibilities of the position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties or requirements. Responsibilities may evolve based on clinical needs, regulatory requirements, and organizational priorities.


Job Category
Advanced Practice Nurse

Hours Per Week
40

Weekends Required?
Yes

Holidays Required?
Yes

Shift
Days

Posititon Status
Full-Time


Job Details

Pay Range
$142000 - $173266.99

Pay Transparency

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