Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider

CommonSpirit Health; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 148,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Dignity Health Medical Group Nevada, part of CommonSpirit Health, seeks a Critical Care Physician Assistant in Henderson, NV. The PA will provide comprehensive care for critically ill adults under an attending physician, leveraging strong clinical and critical-thinking skills in a fast-paced ICU.

Responsibilities include exams, diagnostics, treatment planning, procedures (intubation, lines), and collaboration with the ICU team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Current and unrestricted license to practice as a PA in Nevada.
• Certification by the appropriate national certifying body (e.g., ANCC, NCCPA).
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in critical care setting preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of critical care medicine, including hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical ventilation, and shock management.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Certifications in BLS and ACLS

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical care to critically ill adult patients under the supervision of an attending physician.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including history taking, physical examinations, and review of diagnostic studies.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory studies, imaging, and electrocardiograms.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and established protocols.
• Administer medications, including intravenous and other specialized therapies.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and make necessary adjustments.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in daily rounds and multidisciplinary care conferences.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families.
• Maintain accurate and complete medical records.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research activities.
• Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures, including infection control protocols.
• Specific procedures or skills required: proficiency in intubation, central line placement, arterial line management and thoracentesis.

Skills

Critical care experience

Nevada PA licensure

NCCPA/ANCC certification

EHR proficiency

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Ventilation/critical care procedures

Education

Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Nevada PA license

Tools

Epic EHR

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Dignity Health Medical Group Nevada is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Critical Care Physician Assistant (PA) to join our dynamic Critical Care team. The ideal candidate will possess excellent clinical skills, strong critical thinking abilities, and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

• Provide comprehensive medical care to critically ill adult patients under the supervision of an attending physician.

• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including history taking, physical examinations, and review of diagnostic studies.

• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory studies, imaging, and electrocardiograms.

• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on patient needs and established protocols.

• Administer medications, including intravenous and other specialized therapies.

• Monitor patient response to treatment and make necessary adjustments.

• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.

• Participate in daily rounds and multidisciplinary care conferences.

• Provide education and support to patients and their families.

• Maintain accurate and complete medical records.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research activities.

• Adhere to all hospital policies and procedures, including infection control protocols.

• Specific procedures or skills required: proficiency in intubation, central line placement, arterial line management and thoracentesis.

Job Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.

• Current and unrestricted license to practice as a PA in Nevada.

• Certification by the appropriate national certifying body (e.g., ANCC, NCCPA).

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in critical care setting preferred.

• Advanced knowledge of critical care medicine, including hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical ventilation, and shock management.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.

• Certifications in BLS and ACLS

Benefits

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

Where You’ll Work

As the community's only not-for-profit faith-based healthcare system; Dignity Health St. Rose Dominican has been guided by the vision and core values of the Adrian Dominican Sisters for more than 70 years. As the Henderson and Las Vegas communities grow, Dignity Health-St. Rose Dominican facilities and its more than 3400 employees will continue the Sisters' mission of serving people in need. St. Rose Dominican is a member of CommonSpirit Health, one of the nation's largest healthcare systems, a 22-state network of more than 9000 physicians, 60000 employees and 400 care centers including hospitals, urgent and occupational care imaging and surgery centers, home health and primary care clinics. #HEC

Pay Range

$71.00 - $76.00 /hour