Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) - Heart Failure ICU - Columbia SC

Medical University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical university in Columbia, SC is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider for its Heart Failure ICU team. This full-time role involves providing comprehensive care to patients with complex cardiac diseases, primarily focusing on heart failure. Candidates must possess a relevant medical qualification and have at least 2 years of experience in a clinical setting. The position entails close collaboration with healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care and requires certification in BLS and ACLS.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Physician Assistant or APRN.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a PA, FNP, or ANP is required.
• Training in cardiology and electrophysiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in ICU and outpatient clinic.
• Manage care for acute and chronic heart failure patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare team for patient-centered care.

Skills

Patient care

Cardiology experience

Collaboration

Clinical research

Education

Completion of accredited Physician Assistant program or accredited Nurse Practitioner Program

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Job description

Job Description Summary

MUSC Health – Columbia Medical Center Downtown is seeking a dedicated and skilled Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Heart Failure ICU team within the nationally recognized MUSC Health Heart and Vascular Division for inpatient nights. This full-time position offers the opportunity to provide both inpatient and outpatient care to patients with advanced and complex cardiac disease, with a particular focus on heart failure.

Position Overview

MUSC Health – Columbia Medical Center Downtown is seeking a dedicated and skilled Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Heart Failure ICU team within the nationally recognized MUSC Health Heart and Vascular Division for inpatient nights. This full-time position offers the opportunity to provide both inpatient and outpatient care to patients with advanced and complex cardiac disease, with a particular focus on heart failure.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct patient care in the ICU, inpatient units, and outpatient clinic.
• Managing and coordinating care for patients with acute and chronic heart failure.
• Evaluating new and established patients.
• Assisting with peer‑to‑peer approvals and care coordination.
• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other members of the care team to deliver comprehensive, patient‑centered care.

Additional Accolades

• Society of Thoracic Surgeons “3‑Star” Rating for 20 consecutive years.
• Accreditation by the Society of Chest Pain Centers.
• BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina BlueDistinction® Center for Cardiac Care.

Qualifications

Required Minimum Training and Experience: Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as a Physician Assistant or completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program and currently licensed or eligible for licensure as an APRN as noted below.

APRN License Type/Certification:

• AGPNP/ANP (Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP or Adult NP): Adult pts (13 years to death), stable chronic disease state management or primary care setting.
• FNP (Family NP): (birth to death) Stable chronic disease state management, primary care across the lifespan.

Experience: Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a PA, FNP or ANP

Preferred Training and Experience

Training: Physician Assistant (PA) or if APRN, License Type/Certification identified below:

• AGACNP/ACNP (Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP/Acute Care Nurse Practitioner): Adult pts (13 years to death), acutely ill or injured, potentially unstable, or technologically dependent (vents, drips, monitors, etc.).

Experience: Minimum of 2 years as a PA, AGACNP or ACNP, cardiology and electrophysiology experience preferred.

Degree of Supervision

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse or Physician Assistant will be assigned a Primary Supervising/Collaborating Physician employed by MUSC and will report directly to this physician.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required for adult inpatient positions
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required for pediatric inpatient positions
• DHEC and DEA license

Job Duties

• Takes comprehensive history and performs physical examinations
• Evaluates and treats on the basis of history, physical examination, radiological, laboratory, and other diagnostic test results pursuant to the practice agreement or scope of practice guideline
• Initiates referrals to other health care provides, and/or consults with the attending physician or the collaborating physician
• Documents and bills for direct care provided
• Utilizes current research and evidence‑based decision‑making in all clinical practice
• Performs and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical researchParticipates in and supports accreditation, compliance, and regulatory activities of the organization
• Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education
• Potential to precept students at MUSC enrolled as an advanced practice provider student; and facilitates the learning of other new team members
• APRN or PA must maintain licenses, certifications, CNEs/CMEs, etc. as required by applicable policies and state law

Physical Requirements

Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions. Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors. Frequently lift, lower, push and pull and/or carry objects weighing 50 lbs (+/-) unassisted, exert up to 50 lbs of force, lift from 36