Cardiac Surgery ICU Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP)

University of Maryland Medical System; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System in Towson, MD, is seeking a dedicated Cardiac Surgery ICU Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. This full-time position involves managing patients in a specialized ICU setting, providing critical care, and working alongside a team of experienced medical professionals. Candidates must possess relevant certifications and experience in critical care patient management. Join a leading hospital known for its dedication to healthcare excellence.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree required.
• 0 - 1 year of NP or PA experience required.
• 2 - 4 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage pre and post-operative cardiac surgery patients.
• Implement a plan of care for acute and chronic health conditions.
• Perform procedures like central line placement and intubation.

Skills

Critical care patient management

Interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication

Conflict resolution

Negotiation skills

Education

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

Tools

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification

NP or PA License in Maryland

Job description

Cardiac Surgery ICU Physician Assistant (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP)

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Job Description

Job Description

University of Maryland Saint Joseph Medical Center (UMSJMC), a member of the University of Maryland Medical System and located in Towson, Maryland, has an excellent, full-time opportunity available for a Cardiac Surgery ICU Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our team.

Job Specifics

• Seeking a hardworking, detail-oriented NP/PA to work with a team of Cardiac Surgery ICU APPs and Cardiac Surgeons
• Applicants must have the ability to manage pre and post-operative cardiac surgery patients, diagnose patients and implement a plan of care for acute and chronic health conditions in the Cardiac Surgery ICU including management of fluid status, intra-aortic ballon pump management, hemodynamics, ventilator management, as well as procedures (central line placement, intubation, etc)
• 6 bed Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit
• 12 to 24-hour shifts available
• CMS 5 Star Hospital
• #1 Community Hospital in Maryland, US News and World Report
  
  

Qualifications

Education

• Master's DegreePhysician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner(Required)
  
  

Certification / Licensure / Registration

• BLS Certification (Required)
• ACLS Certification (Required)
• HCCPA Re-certification exam every six years (Required)
• Physician Assistant (Required)
• Registration from Maryland State Board of Physician Quality Assurance (Required)
• Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (Required)
• NP or PA License in Maryland (Required)
  
  

Experience And Skills

• 0 - 1 year Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Required)
• 2 - 4 years Nurse Practitioner Physician Assistant (Preferred)
  
  

Required Skills: Strong critical care patient management experience preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills as well as effective written and oral communication skills. Excellent conflict resolution and negotiation skills.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Tags: PA, PA-C, Phys Asst, APP, CC

PandoLogic. Keywords: Critical Care Physician, Location: Towson, MD - 21284

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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