**Job Summary and Responsibilities**

As our Cardiac Nurse Practitioner, you will help the cardiac surgery patient population by providing direct health care services, synthesizing theoretical and clinical knowledge for assessment and management of health and illness states, initiating treatments, and coordinating discharge so they can receive comprehensive, effective, and continuous care that adheres to accepted health practices and standardized procedures.

Every day you will perform nursing assessments, initiate/modify treatment regimens, order physician-approved prescriptions, and provide support and counseling on disease management and wellness programs. You will be expected to document patient information with 96-98% accuracy, facilitate communication with CV surgeons and cardiologists regarding patient condition changes, and collaborate with nursing staff, educators, and case managers to ensure seamless patient progression along their care pathway.

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