Cardiothoracic ICU APP — Overnight Critical Care

University of Colorado System; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 112,362 - 160,023; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical: Multiple plan options

Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year

Vacation Days: 22 per year

Sick Days: 15 per year

Tuition Benefit: Access on all CU campuses

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Aurora, CO, to provide critical care management to postoperative cardiothoracic surgical patients. Candidates must have a current license and experience in a CT ICU setting.

This position involves evaluating and managing critically ill patients, performing procedures, and participating in the development of care protocols. Excellent communication and teamwork skills are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Applicants must have a current license to practice and eligibility for prescriptive authority.
• Experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery and ICU settings preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage critically ill cardiothoracic surgery patients.
• Perform procedures such as central line placements and arterial line insertions.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare teams and patients about care plans.

Skills

Critical care management

Communication skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of medical equipment

Ability to react calmly in emergencies

Education

Current Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license

Certification with independent prescriptive authority

Tools

Ventilators

ECMO

Bronchoscopy

Job description

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery JobTitle: ICU – Night NP/PA Open Rank-Instructor, Sr. InstructorPosition #: 00839848 – Requisition #:37709

Job Summary:

The candidate will provide comprehensive critical care managementto postoperative cardiothoracic surgical patients, including thoseundergoing coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), valvereplacement, heart and lung transplants, and mechanical circulatorysupport. Specific duties of the position will include inpatientresponsibilities such as rounding, writing orders, managing MCS,performing procedures, discharge planning, and participating in thecare provided to cardiothoracic surgery patients while in the ICU.C lose collaboration with attending physicians, residents, nurses,and allied health professionals is required. The APP will beintegral to ensuring the highest standards of patient care, safety,and outcomes in a high-acuity, fast-paced environment. This is anight shift position, and the candidate will be required to worksome weekends. The candidate will also be expected to participatein the development of protocols and quality improvement for thecare of cardiothoracic surgery patients. Eligibility forprescriptive authority is required.

Typical Physical Demands: The NP/PA position requires the abilityto handle and lift patients and operate required equipment. Theposition may also require a stationary position or movement forextended periods as required during the provision of services. Thisposition requires frequent communication and must be able toexchange accurate information. The NP/PA may also be exposed tocommunicable diseases and bodily fluids, and it is expected thatthe candidate will be appropriately knowledgeable regardinguniversal safety precautions.

Key Responsibilities:

· Evaluate and manage critically ill patients on the cardiothoracicsurgery services lines while in the ICU. This includes a detailedhistory, physical and a full chart review represented withappropriate documentation detailing an assessment and care plandaily or as needed with change in clinical status.

· Evaluate and manage patients with urgent or emergent complaintsin conjunction with the surgical team and intensivist.

· Perform comprehensive assessments, develop differentialdiagnoses, and initiate management plans for critically illpostoperative cardiac and thoracic patients.

· Independently manage ventilators, vasoactive medications, ECMO,and temporary mechanical circulatory devices under the supervisionof CTICU intensivists or cardiothoracic surgeons.

· Perform procedures including central line placement, arterialline insertion, chest tube management, IABP management,bronchoscopy and more (as credentialed).

· Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and actively contributeto care planning and coordination.

· Monitor patients' progress, interpret lab/imaging results, andadjust treatments accordingly.

· Document all assessments, procedures, and care plans accuratelyin the electronic medical record (EMR).

· Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcareteams regarding care goals, interventions, and expectedoutcomes.

· Participate in research activities including the identificationof patients appropriate for open clinical trials and facilitatingtheir participation in clinical research.

· Attend required meetings and participate in committees asrequested.

· Maintain competency and enhance professional growth anddevelopment through continuing education, conferences, andseminars. Attend mandatory training.

· Participate in quality improvement activities; assist inmaintaining compliance with JCAHO accreditation and other internaland external regulatory standards.

· Support and uphold established organizational policies,procedures, objectives related to quality improvement, safety,environmental and infection control.

· Participate in the application process and development of aCenter of Excellence designation as required.

· Maintain patient confidentiality

· Demonstrate collaboration, excellent communication, and teamworkacross disciplines.

Work Location:

Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located inAurora, CO.

Why Join Us:

The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the CU School of Medicinehas a faculty position available for a Physician Assistant (PA) orNurse Practitioner (NP) at the rank of Instructor. Thecardiothoracic surgery service at University of Colorado Hospital(UCH) is a high volume, high acuity service providing tertiarylevel care across the entire spectrum of cardiothoracic surgery.Under the direction of the full-time faculty, this positionprovides critical care services to cardiothoracic surgery patientshoused in the CT ICU.

Why work for the University?

We have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional amounts of holiday,vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers anexcellent benefits package including:

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your grosspay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on allCU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage .

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time ofhire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized asInstructor, or Senior Instructor based on experience andqualifications as indicated below:

Instructor:

• Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner orPhysician Assistant
  
  
• Must be eligible for certification with independentprescriptive authority.
  
  

Sr. Instructor:

• Experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician assistant inCardiothoracic Surgery
  
  
• Prior APP experience in a CT ICU setting
  
  
• 4 years work experience aligned with positionrequirements
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Candidate must have excellent verbal and written communicationskills to effectively interact with a diverse patientpopulation
  
  
• Ability to maintain quality control standards
  
  
• Knowledge of the professional medical and surgical practice togive and evaluate patient care in the area of cardiothoracicsurgery.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations andprocedures to administer patient care.
  
  
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administerpatient care.
  
  
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establisha safe work environment.
  
  
• Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods andtechniques of medicine and surgery to provide on-going patientcare.
  
  
• Skill in taking medical history, assessing medical conditionand interpreting findings.
  
  
• Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports,and responding to correspondence.
  
  
• Skill in developing and maintaining department qualityassurance.
  
  
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective workingrelationships with patients and their family members, medicalstaff, residents, fellows, medical students, and the public.
  
  
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencysituations.
  
  
• Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines andprocedures.
  
  
• Ability to communicate clearly as an integral member of ateam.
  
  

How to Apply:

For full consideration, please submit the followingdocument(s):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as theyrelate to listed job qualifications and interest in theposition

2. Curriculum vitae / Resume

3. Five professional references including name, address, phonenumber (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers .

Questions should be directed to: Stephanie Schneider, [e-mail]

Screening of Applications Begins:

This position may be seeking multiple candidates. Positions willremain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as they arereceived, and candidates may be contacted for interviews throughoutthe posting period. Upon candidate(s) selection, the posting willbe closed, and no further applications will be accepted.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range ( or hiring range ) for thisposition has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Instructor: $112,362 to $144,622

Sr. Instructor: $130,087 to $160,023

The above salary range ( or hiring range ) represents theUniversity's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range ofpossible compensation at the time of posting. This position is noteligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plansand retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employerand complies with all applicable federal, state, and local lawsgoverning nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed tocreating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respectand dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds toapply, including protected veterans and individuals withdisabilities.

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicantswith disabilities throughout the employment application process. Torequest an accommodation pursuant to the Americans withDisabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADACoordinator at [e-mail].

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated toensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff,students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conductbackground investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19virus and other vaccine preventable diseases . If you work, visit, or volunteerin healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliatedhospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will berequired to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillancepolicies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, orvolunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certainresearch areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, youmust enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program .