Advanced Practice Provider - Heart Failure Transplant ICU, FT Nights

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO including personal days

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System seeks an Advanced Practice Provider for Heart Failure Transplant ICU, offering full-time night shifts. The role requires ACNP/PA credentials with 2+ years in CCU or heart failure populations, and training on advanced circulatory support devices.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality post‑operative care. Qualified candidates have Texas NP/PA credentials, support family education, and contribute to research and protocol development

Qualifications

• Graduate of Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the State of Texas.
• Acute Care NP program approved by the State of Texas if trauma practice area.
• Two years of RN/CCU experience required for NP/PA roles.
• Certification in BLS/ACLS and specialty credentials as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provides comprehensive patient assessment, triage, and management in HF transplant ICU.
• Performs and interprets diagnostic tests; collaborates with interdisciplinary teams.
• Monitors devices and invasive procedures; participates in rounds and care planning.
• Educates patients and families; adheres to MHHS standards and protocols.
• Supports research, quality improvement, and training of staff.

Skills

Acute Care NP

Physician Assistant

Critical Care

Heart Failure

Education

TX Nurse Practitioner degree

PA Master’s degree

Job description

## Advanced Practice Provider - Heart Failure Transplant ICU, FT NightsApplylocations: TMC/Children's Hospitaltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 100182577At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.**Job Summary**Bring your commitment to excellence to Memorial Hermann, where your contributions are appreciated & your voice matters. • From a Level 1 trauma center to the #2 rehabilitation hospital in the country, to our partnership with the Houston Rockets, you can practice with top professionals. • Generous PTO including personal days & a spiritual holiday. Advanced Practice Provider - Heart Failure Transplant ICU (9 Sarofim) \*Can be a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant \*FT/Nights \*Rotating weekends & holidays; No call \*AGACNP or PA required \*2-3 years of RN, PA or NP Critical Care experience & experience with heart failure population required \*New NPs or PAs MUST have 2-3 years of RN experience with Critical Care ICU, \*Patient population includes VV/VA ECMO, Mechanical Circulatory Support, Heart Transplant, Lung Transplant, LVAD, Post-op Cardiac Surgery \*Will train on devices \*8% geographical differential for the medical center Position responsible for providing comprehensive patient care by systemic assessment, diagnosis, treatment, management, and in-hospital follow up, affecting direct patient care through the disease process according to the Texas Nurse Practice Act and Memorial Hermann Health System Standards of Care.## **Job Description****Minimum Qualifications****Acute Care Nurse Practitioner******Education:**** Graduate of Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the State of Texas **or** graduate of an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program approved by the State of Texas if area of intended practice is Trauma; Master of Nursing preferred. Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with at least two (2) years’ experience in palliative care or hospice; or Family Nurse Practitioner with Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (ACHPN) certification, or post master’s certificate in Palliative Care required if area of intended practice is Palliative Care/Supportive Medicine.****Licenses/Certifications:***** Current State of Texas license to practice professional nursing* Certification by the American Nurse Credentialing Center**or** National Certification Center in area of specialty **or** the American Association of Nurse Practitioners **or** the American Certification of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification* Certified in Basic Life Support; current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) **or** Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) **or** Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)* Certified in ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) if area of practice is Trauma within 6 months of hire date**Physician Associate****Education:** Graduate of a nationally accredited Physician Assistant program; Master's degree strongly preferred**Licenses/Certifications:*** Certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Inc.* Licensed by the Texas State Board of Physician Assistant Examiners* Eligibility for DEA licensure* Basic Cardiac Life Certification **or**Advanced Cardiac Life Certification****Experience/ Knowledge/ Skills:***** Two (2) years clinical nursing experience in area of intended practice* Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.**Principal Accountabilities*** Provides assessment, triage, and therapeutic management of patient/family needs throughout the disease process as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team, according to the age/needs of the patient/population served; acts under the authority and supervision of the attending physician in accordance with regulations, hospital policy, protocols, guidelines and clinical pathways.* Obtains medical histories; performs physical examinations; reviews/orders diagnostic tests and radiographic results; formulates and manages patient treatment plan and outcomes.* Provides interventions including, but not limited to, arterial line placement, central line placement (internal jugular or femoral lines), pulmonary artery catheter placement, lumbar puncture, intubations, chest tube removal, and thoracentesis; makes rounds with the interdisciplinary teams.* Collaborates in the development and evaluation of patient care.* Updates clinical guidelines/protocols/ pathways; works autonomously and accepts accountability for outcomes; signs orders in accordance with institution and state board requirements; collaborates in research and teaching projects and applies research to practice.* Uses interpersonal and verbal communication skills to educate patient/family on care and resources; participates in process improvement and multidisciplinary clinical outcome improvement activities utilizing advanced nursing expertise.* Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.* Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.* Other duties as assigned.