Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing
Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing or multi-state license
Board Certified or Board Eligible in cardiology
Responsibilities
Join an established team of 13 physicians and 11 APPs
Manage general cardiology patients across the full continuum of care
Lead daily hospital rounding and admissions
Conduct outpatient clinic visits and post-discharge follow-ups
Perform non-invasive diagnostic interpretation and discharge planning
Engage in medication titrations and preventive patient education
Support chronic disease management for heart failure, CAD, and arrhythmias
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription options
Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan and financial security resources
Pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Ascension-paid tuition and ongoing professional development
Employee Assistance Program and emotional well-being resources
Parental leave and adoption assistance
Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and more
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance
Join our Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford team as a dedicated 1:1 clinical partner to a leading General Cardiologist, serving as an essential extension of their practice across both hospital and clinic environments.
How you'll make an impact in this role
Join an established team of 13 physicians and 11 APP's
Call structure: N/A
Practice setting: 50% inpatient, 50% outpatient
Employed position within a nonprofit health system
Board Certified or Board Eligible in cardiology
Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
This non-invasive cardiology opportunity offers a predictable, 50/50 split between inpatient hospital management and outpatient clinical continuity backed by a large, well-established team and robust APP support.
Manage general cardiology patients across the full continuum of care-leading daily hospital rounding, admissions, non-invasive diagnostic interpretation, and discharge planning in the hospital, while conducting outpatient clinic visits, post-discharge follow-ups, medication titrations, preventive patient education, and chronic disease management (heart failure, CAD, arrhythmias) in the clinic setting.
About the Facility
251-bed hospital
Serving a population of approximately 738,000
Integrated referral network
Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
Why Choose Ascension
Physician-led, collaborative culture
Long-term practice stability
National network with local autonomy
Mission-centered care rooted in service
Ambient listening AI technology
What minimum requirements you'll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
Master's degree of Nursing require
Benefits that help you thrive
Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Responsibilities
How you'll make an impact in this role
Join an established team of 13 physicians and 11 APP's
Call structure: N/A
Practice setting: 50% inpatient, 50% outpatient
Employed position within a nonprofit health system
Board Certified or Board Eligible in cardiology
Eligible for state medical licensure and DEA registration
This non-invasive cardiology opportunity offers a predictable, 50/50 split between inpatient hospital management and outpatient clinical continuity backed by a large, well-established team and robust APP support.
Manage general cardiology patients across the full continuum of care-leading daily hospital rounding, admissions, non-invasive diagnostic interpretation, and discharge planning in the hospital, while conducting outpatient clinic visits, post-discharge follow-ups, medication titrations, preventive patient education, and chronic disease management (heart failure, CAD, arrhythmias) in the clinic setting.
About the Facility
251-bed hospital
Serving a population of approximately 738,000
Integrated referral network
Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
Why Choose Ascension
Physician-led, collaborative culture
Long-term practice stability
National network with local autonomy
Mission-centered care rooted in service
Ambient listening AI technology
Qualifications
What minimum requirements you'll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
Master's degree of Nursing require
About Ascension
Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
