Cardiac ICU NP: Advanced Critical Care Leader

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is seeking a qualified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide advanced patient assessment and care in the Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) at our Detroit campus. The role emphasizes clinical judgment, collaboration with cardiac surgeons, and evidence-based practice to optimize outcomes.

Applicants must hold Michigan licensure, ICU experience, and the required certifications (BLS, ACLS, DEA, CALS).

Qualifications

• Michigan licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Minimum 1 year ICU experience in an inpatient setting.
• BLS, ACLS, DEA, and CALS certifications (CSL required for PAs).
• Preferred 3 years experience in cardiology, cardiac EP, cardiac surgery, or CVICU.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced patient assessment and evaluation for CVICU patients.
• Develop differential diagnoses using clinical expertise and evidence-based practice.
• Perform advanced clinical decision-making for complex cardiac surgery patients.
• Manage 6-10 patients in the CVICU during assigned shifts.

Skills

Cardiac ICU

Critical care

Team collaboration

Job description

Henry Ford Health is seeking a qualified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to provide advanced patient assessment and care in the Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) at our Detroit campus. The role emphasizes clinical judgment, collaboration with cardiac surgeons, and evidence-based practice to optimize outcomes.

Applicants must hold Michigan licensure, ICU experience, and the required certifications (BLS, ACLS, DEA, CALS).