Nurse Practitioner, Section of Cardiology, Department of Medicine (Instructor)
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
Job posting number: #7307955 (Ref:21621-en_US)
Posted: May 7, 2025
Job Description
Summary
The Department of Medicine, Section of Cardiology, at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a Nurse Practitioner.
Job Duties
Obtain detailed patient histories and conduct comprehensive physical examinations.
Perform, order, and interpret diagnostic procedures relevant to cardiology, including laboratory tests, imaging, and electrocardiograms.
Supervise and manage treadmill and pharmacological stress tests, ensuring patient safety and accurate data collection.
Prescribe appropriate pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments in accordance with established protocols.
Maintain accurate and thorough documentation in patient medical records, including orders, progress notes, and treatment plans.
Provide follow-up care, including health maintenance and chronic disease management, in collaboration with supervising physicians.
Consult on inpatient cases, providing expert recommendations and coordinating care with multidisciplinary teams.
Conduct outpatient clinic visits, managing a diverse patient population with cardiovascular conditions.
Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, and family members regarding patient care plans and progress.
Collaborate with health care providers and practice staff to identify patients appropriate for care management initiatives.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education Required: Master's degree in Nursing.
Experience Required: None required.
Certification/Licenses/Registration: Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas Board of Nursing. Current Texas Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN-NP), and specialty certification as required by the department. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Minimum Qualifications
Education Required: Master’s degree in in Nursing.
Experience Required:None required.
Certification/Licenses/Registration: Current license as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the State of Texas Board of Nursing. Current Texas Licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APRN-NP), and specialty certification as required by department. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Baylor College of Medicine fosters diversity among its students, trainees, faculty and staff as a prerequisite to accomplishing our institutional mission, and setting standards for excellence in training healthcare providers and biomedical scientists, promoting scientific innovation, and providing patient-centered care. - Diversity, respect, and inclusiveness create an environment that is conducive to academic excellence, and strengthens our institution by increasing talent, encouraging creativity, and ensuring a broader perspective. - Diversity helps position Baylor to reduce disparities in health and healthcare access and to better address the needs of the community we serve. - Baylor is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding students, trainees, faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds by providing a welcoming, supportive learning environment for all members of the Baylor community.
