Advanced Practice Professional -Thoracic Surgery

3M HEALTHCARE; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

3M HEALTHCARE is seeking an Advanced Practice Professional for the Heart and Vascular Institute's Cardiothoracic Surgery teams. The role supports inpatient and ambulatory CT surgery care, performing rounds, assessments, and care planning in collaboration with faculty and the team.

Eligible new graduates considered; CT surgery, acute care, or cardiology experience preferred. Strong communication and EMR skills are essential for patient-centered outcomes and efficient handoffs.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CCNE accredited nursing program with Master’s Degree in Nursing.
• National Certification by one of the recognized APRN Certification Centers.
• Licensure, or eligibility for licensure, as a professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in West Virginia.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required. Additional life support certification at the discretion of the department.
• ANOR CNOR Certificate program for First Assist privileges may be required.
• ACLS at the discretion of the department.

Responsibilities

• Manages comprehensive and individualized care for cardiothoracic surgery patients in inpatient and post-discharge settings.
• Performs rounds, assessments, and documents plan in the EMR.
• Orders labs/diagnostics and interprets results per guidelines and scope of practice.
• Leads discharge planning and coordination with health-care team.
• Demonstrates critical thinking and teaching to staff and patients.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proficiency with computers

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing (CCNE accredited)

National APRN Certification

West Virginia RN/APRN licensure eligibility

ACLS certification

BLS certification

CNOR certification (preferred for First Assists)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Title & Code

Advanced Practice Professional (APP) – HVI – Cardiothoracic Surgery – Thoracic

Job Codes: Nurse Practitioner (85002), Physician Assistant (85102)

Department

Heart and Vascular Institute

Reports To

Direct Supervisor/Director of Advanced Practice Professional of the Heart and Vascular Institute

FLSA Status

Exempt

Minimum Qualifications for Nurse Practitioner

• Graduate of a CCNE accredited nursing program with Master’s Degree in Nursing
• National Certification by one of the recognized APRN Certification Centers
• Licensure, or eligibility for licensure, as a professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in West Virginia
• American Heart Association BLS certification required. Additional life support certification at the discretion of the department
• Department Specific: APRNs requesting to be privileged as First Assists in peri-operative services will be required to complete an ANOR approved CNOR Certificate program and obtain a passing grade on CNOR certification exam
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) at the discretion of the department

Eligible new graduates will be considered

Preferred Qualifications for Nurse Practitioner

• CT Surgery, Acute care or cardiology experience preferred

Minimum Qualifications for Physician Assistant

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree as a Medical/Surgical (as applicable) Physician Assistant required
• Graduate of an ARC-PA approved Physician Assistant (PA) training program required
• Certification by the National Commission for Certification of Physician Assistants required
• Must be licensed or eligible for licensure by the WV Board of Medicine
• American Heart Association BLS certification required. Additional life support certification at the discretion of the department
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) at the discretion of the department

Eligible new graduates will be considered

Preferred Qualifications for Physician Assistant

• Masters level education as Medical/Surgical (as applicable) Physician Assistant preferred
• CT Surgery, Acute care or cardiology experience preferred

Core Duties and Responsibilities

1. Manages comprehensive and individualized care for cardiothoracic surgery patients and their families in the inpatient phase of hospitalization and immediate post discharge in the ambulatory setting
2. Completes daily rounds: consults and/or pre-procedure evaluations during weekdays and as applicable, weekends/holidays as determined by specific clinical site and specialty
3. Completes integrated assessments, documents efficient and precise clinical evaluations/plan in the electronic medical record (EMR)
4. With the collaboration of faculty or by following established clinical Guidelines and Protocols, orders additional labs and/or diagnostic studies or consults as deemed appropriate
5. Performs, interprets and /or communicates results of diagnostic tests following established clinical guidelines and scope of practice in the inpatient and outpatient setting
6. Communicates to patient's comprehensive care team results of labs / diagnostic studies following established clinical guidelines and scope of practice, regarding abnormal findings in the evaluation of the patient
7. Develops a comprehensive individualized plan of care for CT Surgery patients, which includes teaching, discharge planning and necessary referral to other members of the health care team as necessary
8. Identifies unstable or complex patient care situations and facilitates appropriate intervention with appropriate resources, in the clinic and/or hospital setting
9. Recognizes emergency situations and initiates effective emergency care
10. Facilitates patient discharge by coordinating appropriate services and tests prior to discharge necessary for outpatient follow-up appointments in the clinic (as applicable)
11. Demonstrates expertise in caring for patients across the age continuum of their educational experience and certification
12. Possess and/or acquire the appropriate surgical skill set to be able to first assist in all CT surgery operations performed by the service (as applicable)
13. Possess and/or acquire the appropriate surgical skill set to be able to perform open and/or endoscopic harvesting of appropriate conduit during the CT surgery operation (as applicable)
14. Assists in the collection of outcome measures (as applicable)
15. Demonstrates critical thinking and diagnostic reasoning skills in clinical decision making by the identification, evaluation and management of the individual needs of patients/families
16. Demonstrates the ability to utilize equipment in a safe manner
17. Bases decisions made/actions taken on the relevant scientific principles, established standards of care and/or research findings
18. Utilizes teaching/learning theory and appropriate teaching strategies in the provision of education to nursing staff, hospital staff, students, patients, families and the community
19. Promotes an environment that facilitates learning by responding to appropriate patient/family preferences, priorities and readiness to learn
20. Updates own knowledge base throughout the year
21. Completes all identified clinical competencies
22. Serves as a resource person for staff caring for the CT surgery patient
23. Participates and initiates inter-disciplinary approaches to patient care, program development and education. Serves as a professional role model

Physical Requirements

• Heavy/Hard work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, positioning of patients, standing for protracted period of time, walking, moving of patients, materials and equipment weighing 40+ pounds

Working Environment

• Working closely with others
• Working around biohazards and infectious diseases
• Working protracted or irregular hours worked and on your feet
• Working with electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment

Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency with computers
• Strong communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

University Health Associates and its subsidiaries (collectively "UHA") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. UHA strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All UHA employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.