Cardiac Acute Care Service ARNP / Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

UW Medicine; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 130,008 - 184,692; Full time

Job summary

A reputable medical institution in Seattle is seeking a full-time Cardiothoracic Surgery Inpatient Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. The role involves providing patient care, teaching, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Candidates must have a graduate degree from an accredited program, current licensure, and ACLS certification. Competitive salary range from $130,008 to $184,692 annually. This position offers professional development opportunities and a faculty appointment in the Department of Surgery.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state Registered Nurse Licensure for ARNP or Physician Assistant licensure for PA-C.
• Proven excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team.
• ACLS Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Work on a dedicated cardiothoracic inter-professional team.
• Provide a full spectrum of care for cardiac acute care surgical patients.
• Participate in quality improvement projects.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Effective communication

Wound management

Leadership skills

Education

Graduate Degree from accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or Physician Assistant Program

Nationally certified ARNP/PA with DEA

Tools

Basic personal computer skills

Job description

This position is being recruited for through a secondary applicant tracking system. To be considered for the role, please apply at the following link: Position Details - Academic Personnel & Faculty!

Position Description

The Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Washington is seeking a full-time Cardiothoracic Surgery Inpatient Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide patient care at the University of Washington Medical Center-Montlake. This position provides a faculty appointment at the rank of Teaching Associate in the Department of Surgery, with an anticipated start date in Winter/Spring 2026. Teaching Associates hold annual appointments that align with a 12-month service period (July 1-June 30) and may be reappointed to subsequent annual terms. Faculty with 12-month service periods are paid for 11 months of service over a 12-month period (July-June), meaning the equivalent of one month is available for paid time off. University of Washington faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.

The base salary range for this position will be: $10,834 - $15,391 per month ($130,008 - $184,692 annually) commensurate with years of experience as a licensed ARNP or PA, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. This range is inclusive of base salary provided through the UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan, in addition to base salary provided by the University. Other compensation associated with this position may include payments for vacancy coverage or premiums for factors such as acuity, nights, call should they apply to service. Please note that only compensation provided by the University is included in University benefit determinations and calculations. Compensation provided by UW Physicians (UWP) practice plan may provide eligibility for separate benefits offered by that organization.

For practitioners holding an appointment in one of the physicians practice plans, see the link for additional benefits that may be available at: https://faculty.uwmedicine.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/UWP-Benefits-Summary-for-recruitingef-edits-v3.pdf

The Cardiac Acute Care Service Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a member of the Cardiothoracic Surgery multidisciplinary team that includes physicians, fellows, residents, and RNs providing acute care services to patients and families. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing independent and collaborative patient management of cardiac surgical patients following transfer from the intensive care unit through discharge to the outpatient setting.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Work on a dedicated cardiothoracic inter-professional team with other established APPs, Cardiothoracic surgeons, and Mechanical Circulatory support providers.
• Perform minor bedside procedures and wound management as needed
• Provide a full spectrum of care for cardiac acute care surgical patients Participate in the education of nursing staff and surgical residents
• Participate in quality improvement projects and process improvement activities for the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
• Performs other related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Current and valid state Registered Nurse Licensure for ARNP or Physician Assistant licensure for PA-C
• Graduate Degree from and accredited Nurse Practitioner Program or accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Nationally certified ARNP/PA with DEA
• Proven excellence working in an interdisciplinary collaborative team environment
• Effective interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and clinical expertise in the care of patients undergoing Cardiothoracic Surgical procedures.
• ACLS Certification
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Basic computer knowledge and command of basic personal computer skills

Instructions

Candidates should submit their application via Interfolio with cover letter, current CV, and contact information for three professional references.

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