Job Description
Job Description The Inpatient Acute Care Cardiology Advanced Health Practitioner (AHP) is responsible for providing clinical, procedural, administrative, and educational services for patients requiring cardiac care in the inpatient setting. Under the supervision of the Chief of Cardiology, the Heart & Vascular Manager for Inpatient Cardiology Advanced Practice Providers, and the Director of Advanced Practice Nursing, the Cardiology AHP functions as an integral member of the multidisciplinary care team and provides both collaborative and independent patient care services. Primary Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To Managing acute care cardiology patients in the inpatient setting Providing cardiology consultation services for acute care patients, as requested Performing pre- and post-procedural patient examinations, assessments, diagnoses, and ongoing management of care Developing and implementing treatment plans and ensuring continuity and coordination of care Performing approved clinical procedures within scope of practice and credentialed privileges Participating in the development of clinical practice protocols and quality improvement initiatives Educating patients, families, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals regarding cardiac conditions, treatment plans, and follow-up care Collaborating with interns, residents, fellows, attending physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver high-quality patient care Facilitating diagnostic testing, therapeutic interventions, discharge planning, and transitions of care Promoting patient access, care coordination, and continuity across the inpatient continuum The Cardiology AHP is expected to maintain effective communication with patients, families, physicians, nursing staff, and ancillary services to support optimal patient outcomes and efficient care delivery. This position requires rotation between the Stanyan and Parnassus campuses, as operationally needed. Compensation The salary range for this position is $105.50–$136.83 per hour. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: UC Compensation And Benefits RESPONSIBILITIES Work With Physicians/surgeons/APP Colleagues And Other Clinical And Administrative Staff To Ensure Efficient Patient Management Based On Accepted Practice, Including But Not Limited To Taking histories Performing physical examinations Peri-operative planning and coordinating with outside providers and primary care providers (PCPs), as applicable Responding to changes in patient status Providing prescriptions, evaluations, and referrals Ordering diagnostic tests and treatments as permitted under core privileges and standardized procedures Will function as the primary team for general cardiology patients and provide consultative services as needed. Responsibilities include: Evaluating for and ordering home health services Ordering durable medical equipment (DME) Completing Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) certifications Referring for consultations and physical therapy Ordering radiographic imaging or diagnostic tests Coordinating specialized treatments (e.g., chemotherapy with approved privileges) Provide patient and family education, arrange follow-up appointments, and engage in any approved privileges after the APP has demonstrated competency through the proctoring and FPPE process. OMAG will identify independent practice for approved privileges on the ECHO website, and procedural activity will be entered by the provider and monitored via the elog system. Qualifications Required Qualifications This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations and in varying schedules as outlined. One (1) year of adult Cardiology inpatient and/or outpatient care experience as a nurse practitioner or completion of an NP acute or critical care fellowship. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience with cardiac ultrasound Recent experience managing moderate to advanced heart failure patients License/Certifications California driver’s license (CDL) if required for position. Current national certification from an accepted certifying agency and provide by first day of work. Accepted Certifications for this Adult position. Adult inpatient ( ACNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, ACNPC-AG, ACNPC) Current and active RN and NP and Furnishing license in California. Complete a BRN recognized graduate master’s degree program as a nurse practitioner. <