Travel Cardiology Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant

MedElite Group · Dallas, TX Part Time

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Travel Cardiology Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant Location: Dallas, TX Schedule: Part-Time (2 days per week) Total Annual Compensation: $60,000.00 - $90,000.00 About Infinite Medical P.C. Infinite Medical P.C. is a nationwide network of advanced practice providers and specialty clinicians committed to delivering high-quality, proactive care directly to residents in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. Our partnership with MedElite Healthcare Management Group empowers us to focus on what matters most: providing compassionate, personalized care that meets the unique needs of each resident. Together, we champion continuous innovation and collaboration in our shared mission to redefine senior care across the country. Job Summary We are seeking a friendly and compassionate Cardiology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team. As a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive care to patients with heart-related conditions. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients while working alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. Responsibilities Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including physical examinations, medical histories, and diagnostic tests Collaborate with cardiologists to develop and implement treatment plans for patients with cardiovascular conditions Administer medications, monitor patient responses, and adjust treatment plans as necessary Conduct cardiac stress tests, electrocardiograms (EKGs), and other diagnostic procedures Educate patients and their families about cardiovascular health, preventive measures, and the importance of medication adherence Provide counseling and emotional support to patients and their families Medication Management: NPs/PAs ensure residents receive the appropriate medications, monitor for side effects, and adjust dosages as needed. Chronic Disease Management: They provide ongoing care for residents with chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and dementia, helping to manage symptoms and improve quality of life. Fall Prevention: They identify residents at risk for falls and implement strategies to reduce fall incidents. Knowledge of CMS Regulations and NCQA HEDIS Guidelines Document accurate medical records to ensure compliance with OSHA and Government regulations and perform duties in accordance with site quality and safety systems Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team Analyze and organize the care of critically complex patients Requirements Minimum 6 months of experience in long-term care or a skilled nursing facility Active and unrestricted Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, or Physician license DEA License CPR BCLS/BLS certified Must hold a Master's Degree in Nursing Completed a degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program Reliable transportation Must be willing to travel to different nursing homes across North Texas Preferred experience in cardiology: training provided Preferred experience in Documenting EMR (Sigma, Visual, PCC, etc.): training provided Must have great organiz

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $12.93/hr ($26,894/yr). The typical range is $11.12 – $14.51/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $22,381/yr

DFW Median $26,894/yr

Experienced (90th) $36,005/yr

vs. National Median -24.9%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.