CTICU APP/NP: Cardiac Critical Care Specialist (FT)

Catholic Health Services; West Islip (NY); On-site; USD 103,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Health Services in New York seeks an Advanced Practice Provider for the Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit. You will care for critically ill CTICU patients, lead post-operative management, and collaborate with surgeons, intensivists, and nurses to optimize outcomes.

Applicants should hold an MSN or PA with acute care board certification and at least two years in an ICU, ideally CTICU or cardiac surgery. This full-time role offers varied am/pm shifts.

Qualifications

• Must hold MSN or PA and be board-certified in Acute Care.
• Minimum 2 years ICU experience; CTICU or cardiac surgery preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and manage critically ill cardiothoracic patients.
• Order and interpret tests and imaging.
• Develop evidence-based treatment plans.
• Provide ventilation support and hemodynamic management.
• Assist with central/arterial line placement when privileged.
• Collaborate with surgeons, intensivists, and staff.
• Lead and mentor CTICU staff and participate in QA initiatives.

Skills

Critical care

Cardiothoracic CC

EHR proficiency

Team collaboration

Patient assessment

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) or PA

Acute Care board certification (NP/PA/CNS)

Job description

Catholic Health Services in New York seeks an Advanced Practice Provider for the Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit. You will care for critically ill CTICU patients, lead post-operative management, and collaborate with surgeons, intensivists, and nurses to optimize outcomes.

Applicants should hold an MSN or PA with acute care board certification and at least two years in an ICU, ideally CTICU or cardiac surgery. This full-time role offers varied am/pm shifts.