Cardiothoracic Nurse Practitioner - UVMMC

UVM Home Health, Inc.; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Vermont seeks a qualified Nurse Practitioner to join their Cardiothoracic team. This role involves comprehensive patient care, including daily rounds, diagnostic evaluations, and collaborative treatment planning, with opportunities for education and professional development.

Qualifications

• Completion of a master's, post-master's, or doctorate from an accredited NP program.
• Current certification by ANCC or an equivalent body is required.
• AGACNP Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily rounds on post-op and step-down cardiothoracic patients.
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests.
• Assist in perioperative management and care plans.

Skills

Patient Management

Communication

Clinical Resource

Education

Master's in Nurse Practitioner Program

Current ANCC Certification

AGACNP Certification

Job description

The University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking a skilled and motivated Nurse Practitioner to join the Cardiothoracic team at our main hospital campus in Burlington, VT. This is a 1.0 FTE exempt primarily weekday position with rotating weekend coverage.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily rounds on post-op and step-down cardiothoracic surgical patients

• Conduct comprehensive histories and physical examinations

• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests and lab results

• Assist in perioperative management, including chest tube care, wound management, and hemodynamic monitoring

• Formulate and implement care plans in collaboration with attending physicians

• Facilitate patient transitions of care, including discharge planning and summaries

• Communicate with patients and families regarding clinical status, treatments, and expectations

• Participate in multidisciplinary care team meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and patient safety programs

• Serve as a clinical resource for nursing staff and other allied health professionals

• Participate in education of students, residents, or new staff as appropriate

Education

• Completion of a master's, post-master's, or doctorate from a nurse practitioner program accredited by the Commission on Collegiate of Nursing Education (CCNE) or the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

• Current certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or an equivalent body is required.

• AGACNP Certification preferred.

Experience

• Three years cardiovascular or adjacent nurse practitioner experience preferred; minimum one year experience required.

• Newer NP graduates with post-surgical RN experience may be considered.