NP or PA CTICU

Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider (APP) – Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU)

FT – varied shifts (am and pm combined shifts)

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU) team in a renowned hospital in New York.

This position offers an opportunity to work with critically ill patients undergoing cardiothoracic surgeries and to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of intensivists, cardiologists, surgeons, nurses, and respiratory therapists.

The ideal candidate will have experience in critical care and a passion for providing high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Patient Assessment & Management

• Perform thorough assessments of critically ill cardiothoracic patients, including history, physical exams, and ongoing evaluations.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, imaging, and lab results.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans for patients in collaboration with the attending physicians and healthcare team.
• Provide continuous monitoring and management of complex cases, including post-operative recovery, ventilation support, and hemodynamic management.

Procedural Support

• When complex privileging is obtained the ability to peform central line placement, arterial line insertion, intubation/extubation, chest tube placement.
• Provide post-procedure care and patient education, ensuring proper recovery and addressing potential complications.

Collaboration & Communication

• Work closely with attending cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, and nursing staff to ensure optimal patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families, providing education and support regarding treatment plans, recovery, and discharge processes.
• Attend daily rounds to discuss patient progress, concerns, and updates.

Clinical Leadership & Education

• Serve as a mentor and resource for nursing staff, residents, and fellows, providing guidance and education on clinical practices within the CTICU.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to clinical research efforts within the unit.
• Stay current with advancements in critical care medicine, particularly cardiothoracic care, and engage in continuing education.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN), Physician Assistant (PA), or equivalent advanced practice provider (APP) qualification.
• Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA), or Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in Acute Care.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in an intensive care unit (ICU), with a focus on cardiothoracic or cardiac surgery preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical skills in critical care management, with a deep understanding of post-operative cardiothoracic patient care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
• Proficient in using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining attention to detail and providing compassionate care. s

Salary Range

USD $74.66 - USD $93.00 /Hr.