Advanced Practice Provider, Cardiac Surgery ICU FEATURED
Job Post Date: 11/07/2022
Professional - Clinical (Non-Nursing)
Part Time
Varied
Varied hours from 6:30 am to 7:30 pm or 6:30 pm to 7:30 am, including weekends and holidays
Salary Range: $145,073 to $193,822
White Plains Hospital Job Description
Title: Advanced Practice Provider, Cardiac Surgery ICU
Job Code: 200217 (NP) 700440 (PA)
Department/Location: Cardiac Services
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: Lead APP, Cardiac Services
Position Summary
The APP will manage all aspects of perioperative care of cardiac patients in collaboration with our multidisciplinary Cardiac Services team.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
- Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards, Policies, and Behaviors.
- Performs the professional, clinical, and technical competencies of an acute care APP in the Department of Cardiac Services, including daily rounding with the multidisciplinary team, formulation and implementation of care plans, invasive bedside procedures, and ACLS protocols.
- Writes orders for medications, laboratory work, and diagnostic tests; interprets laboratory and diagnostic results.
- Evaluates medical/surgical problems of cardiac patients and requests consults to other specialties when indicated.
- Coordinates safe discharge/transfer of cardiac patients.
- Provides education to patients and families about preventive care, medical issues, and treatments.
- Documents all evaluations, diagnoses, procedures, treatments, outcomes, education, referrals, and consultations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and billing requirements.
- Performs invasive bedside procedures required for cardiac patients.
- If applicable, assists in cardiac surgical procedures, including endoscopic and open conduit harvesting.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education & Experience Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Program
- Current National Certification
- Minimum of 2 years of Cardiothoracic Surgery APP experience
- Experience in endoscopic conduit harvesting
- Current New York State Licensure
- Current DEA Licensure
- Current BLS and ACLS Certification
- Current Infection Control Certification
- Basic computer skills; experience with Epic software preferred
Core Competencies
- Adheres to WPH Performance Standards, Policies, and Behaviors
- Communicates professionally in all interactions
- Demonstrates cultural sensitivity and ethical medical practice
- Exhibits independent judgment and decision-making skills
- Adapts to changing environments and requests
- Maintains strong written and verbal communication skills
- Retains composure under stress
Physical/Mental Demands & Work Environment
- May be exposed to hazardous chemicals, with SDS information accessible via hospital resources
- Constant use of computers for documentation and communication
- Must be able to stand for long periods in the operating room and ICU
- Effective communication with patients, families, and staff via phone and email
Primary Population Served
Check appropriate boxes:
- Patients with exceptional communication needs
- Infant (29 days – less than 1 year)
- Patients with developmental delays
- Pediatric (1 – 12 years)
- Patients at end of life
- Adolescent (13 – 17 years)
- Patients under isolation precautions
- Patients with cultural needs
- Geriatric (> 65 years)
- Bariatric patients with weight-related comorbidities
The responsibilities and tasks outlined are not exhaustive and may change based on hospital needs.
Additional Information
Salary Range: $146,679 - $219,980. The listed salary is a good faith estimate and may be adjusted based on various factors including experience, education, and internal policies.