Locums Cardiology Nurse Practitioner

An outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation Clinic in McAllen, Texas is seeking an experienced Locums Cardiology Nurse Practitioner for an 18-week assignment. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a structured outpatient setting providing comprehensive cardiac rehabilitation care with no hospital rounding, bedside care, invasive procedures, or cath lab responsibilities.

Position Highlights

• Setting: Outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation Clinic
• Clinic located in a Medical Office Building adjacent to the hospital
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• One-hour lunch break
• Last scheduled patient at 4:30 PM
• No weekends, call, or hospital responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage patients participating in outpatient cardiac rehabilitation
• Conduct new patient assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as appropriate
• Provide education on heart-healthy lifestyle modifications, medications, exercise, and risk-factor management
• Collaborate with cardiologists, rehabilitation staff, nurses, and ancillary team members to optimize patient outcomes
• Document patient encounters accurately using the electronic medical record

Patient Volume

• Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday: Approximately 16 follow-up patients per day
• Tuesday and Friday: Approximately 2–4 new patient evaluations

Qualifications

• Board Certified Nurse Practitioner
• Previous Cardiac Rehabilitation experience required
• Experience practicing in an outpatient cardiology setting
• Active Texas Nurse Practitioner license
• Current DEA registration, if applicable
• Strong communication and patient education skills
• Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency is highly preferred
• EMR: ScottCare VersaCare Software