Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA) CTICU Intensivist

Tampa General Hospital; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital, in partnership with the University of South Florida, is looking for an Advanced Practice Provider for the Cardiothoracic Surgery Intensive Care team. This role focuses on intensive care management of CTICU patients, including heart and lung transplants.

The position requires collaboration with intensivists and involves responsibilities like patient rounds and emergency care. Candidates must hold current licensure as an APRN or PA in Florida and possess relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Must have ICU level APP experience.
• Experienced in managing postoperative care for various heart and lung procedures.
• Proficient in placing a-lines, intubations, and chest tubes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct multidisciplinary rounds in intensivist-led ICU.
• Manage care for CTICU patients.
• Participate in emergency response and code situations.

Skills

ICU-level critical thinking

Collaboration with intensivists

Exceptional communication skills

Emergency management skills

Proficient in EMR systems (Epic)

Education

Current licensure as an APRN or PA in Florida

Acute Care or Adult Gerontology Acute Care certification

National certification for PAs

Job description

Job Title

Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA) CTICU Intensivist (2600024I)

Job Summary

Tampa General Hospital, in partnership with the University of South Florida (USF), is seeking an experienced and dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Cardiothoracic Surgery Intensive Care APP team. This position is ideal for motivated individuals committed to delivering excellent patient care in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.

This role involves intensive care management supporting CTICU patients, including heart and lung transplant patients, mechanical circulatory support devices, and care for an active Cardiogenic Shock program. Tampa General Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center and a leader in advanced cardiothoracic and transplant care, with ICU teams that are intensivist led to ensure comprehensive and high-quality care for critically ill patients.

Responsibilities

• Multidisciplinary rounds and primary management of CTICU patients in an intensivist‑led ICU.
• Post‑operative management including patient populations: CABG, valve, heart and lung transplants, LVAD, ECMO.
• Proficient management of hemodynamic monitoring tools, ventilator management, rapid response and code participation.
• Proficient in ICU procedures including: placing a‑lines, intubations, central lines, chest tubes.
• Requests, interprets and evaluates diagnostic and laboratory tests and takes appropriate actions as medically indicated in accordance with departmental protocols; identifies and reports any specific signs and symptoms, problems or potential problems requiring further assessment, communication, and/or intervention to promote positive outcomes.
• Works autonomously as well as in collaboration with a variety of individuals to diagnose and manage patients’ health care problems.

Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• ICU‑level critical thinking and decision‑making skills.
• Collaboration with Intensivists, cardiothoracic surgeons, advanced heart failure, ECMO and transplant teams.
• Mentor new APPs, residents, fellows and students on service.
• Demonstrates current knowledge and level of expertise utilizing evidence and theory‑based practice, infection control standards and clinical evaluations in providing care to patients in clinic or hospital‑based settings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and electronic medical records (EMR) systems, preferably Epic.
• Ability to multitask in a dynamic environment.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Outstanding customer service and conflict resolution abilities.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant in the State of Florida.
• Acute Care or Adult Gerontology Acute Care board certification required for APRNs.
• National certification required for PAs.
• Experienced CTICU APP preferred; ICU level APP experience required.
• Extremely motivated new graduates may be considered for a position in our APP fellowship program to support their transition to practice.

Location & Work Schedule

Primary Location: Tampa.

Work Locations: TGH Main Campus 1, Tampa General Circle, Tampa 33601.

Eligible for Remote Work: On Site.

Shift Hours: Varies, night rotation, 3‑12 hour shifts.