Sanford Health·Weston, Wisconsin
The role involves providing advanced nursing care to patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care in collaboration with physicians. Responsibilities also include hospital support, ordering tests, conducting pre-op and post-op care, and managing patients with various heart conditions.
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Work Shift: Varies (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Marshfield Medical Center – Weston is seeking a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team in Wausau/Weston, Wisconsin. The NP or PA is a skilled member of the allied health care team who is qualified both academically and clinically to provide diagnostic and therapeutic services to patients under the supervision of a licensed physician. The Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner works within a cooperative unit, utilizing team effort with health care providers, co-workers, and the public to provide positive patient interaction.
In this role, you will provide hospital support and rounding, ordering tests, and conducts pre-op and post-op care.
The Cardiology Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides advanced nursing care to patients with acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions. This includes assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care in collaboration with physicians and the multidisciplinary care team. The NP promotes patient education and disease prevention.
Perform comprehensive cardiovascular assessments including histories, physical exams, and interpretation of diagnostic tests (e.g., EKGs, echocardiograms, stress tests).
Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with cardiologists.
Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state licensure and hospital policy.
Manage patients with heart failure, arrhythmias, coronary artery disease, and other cardiovascular conditions in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Monitor and evaluate patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
Provide patient education regarding disease processes, medications, lifestyle modifications, and risk factor reduction.
Coordinate care with other healthcare professionals and services.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical research as appropriate.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
This position also provides on-call coverage outside of regularly scheduled hours.
Completion of a master’s, postmaster’s, or doctorate from an accredited nurse practitioner program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education or National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission. If Licensing prior to August 1, 1995, master's degree in nursing is preferred.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in cardiology or acute care preferred.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
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Candidates must complete an accredited master’s, postmaster’s, or doctorate program from a Nurse Practitioner program and hold current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in the state of practice. A minimum of 2 years of experience in cardiology or acute care is preferred, along with national board certification as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in Wisconsin are typically in demand across primary care, specialty care, and hospital settings, especially where employers need licensed NPs and PAs who can step in quickly. These roles are competitive because employers often look for an accredited graduate degree, active Wisconsin licensure, board certification, and a DEA license; benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, paid parental leave, and dental coverage can also factor into decisions. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential status and certification area before applying.