APP Cardiovascular Critical Care
- Job Ref:
- R0076117
- Category:
- Cardiology & Respiratory Care
- Employment Type:
- Full-Time
- Location:
- 195 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 05401
- Department:
- Medical Group Medicine
- Job Type:
- Regular
- Primary Shift:
- Day/Night
- Hours:
- -
- Hours per Week:
- 40
- Weekend Needs:
- Rotating
- Pay Rate:
- $65.26 - $87.76 per hour
Job Details
This is a bargaining union position.
Job Summary:
As an Advanced Practice Provider, you will be responsible for comprehensive direct patient care management. The Cardiovascular Critical Care NP/PA will manage a caseload of critically ill patients with cardiovascular conditions in a high acuity setting. You will exercise autonomous decision-making in the assessment, diagnosis, and initiation of delegated medical treatments. The scope of practice includes daily management as the primary team, discharge planning, patient education, staff education, and research/QI initiatives. The APP will utilize advanced practice skills including advanced levels of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation of care. This role involves working collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team, including intensivists, cardiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals, to provide comprehensive care.
Education:
NP: Master’s or Doctorate degree in Nursing from an accredited program with specialization in Acute Care or Critical Care.
Must also have a current state licensure as an NP, National certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP).
BLS and ACLS certification required and DEA registration for prescriptive authority.
PA: Master’s degree from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program.
Must also have a current state licensure as PA, National certification as Physician Assistant (PA-C).
BLS and ACLS certification required and DEA registration for prescriptive authority.
Experience:
Minimum of 1 year of experience in a critical care setting preferred.
Experience in cardiovascular care and ECMO is highly desirable.
Knowledge/Special Skills:
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
The role involves working in a critical care unit within an academic medical center.
Requires rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to perform physical tasks such as standing, walking, and lifting patients.
Mental acuity to handle high-stress situations and make critical decisions.
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