Heart Failure ICU APP/PA: Advanced Cardiac Care Leader

Medical University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical university in Columbia, SC is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider for its Heart Failure ICU team. This full-time role involves providing comprehensive care to patients with complex cardiac diseases, primarily focusing on heart failure. Candidates must possess a relevant medical qualification and have at least 2 years of experience in a clinical setting. The position entails close collaboration with healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care and requires certification in BLS and ACLS.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as a Physician Assistant or APRN.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a PA, FNP, or ANP is required.
• Training in cardiology and electrophysiology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in ICU and outpatient clinic.
• Manage care for acute and chronic heart failure patients.
• Collaborate with healthcare team for patient-centered care.

Skills

Patient care

Cardiology experience

Collaboration

Clinical research

Education

Completion of accredited Physician Assistant program or accredited Nurse Practitioner Program

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Job description

Job Description Summary

MUSC Health – Columbia Medical Center Downtown is seeking a dedicated and skilled Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Heart Failure ICU night team within the nationally recognized MUSC Health Heart and Vascular Division. This full-time, night shift position offers the opportunity to provide high-acuity inpatient care to patients with advanced and complex cardiac disease, with a primary focus on heart failure management in the ICU setting.

Entity

MUSC Community Physicians (MCP)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC001875 MCP - Columbia Heart Columbia DT

Pay Rate Type

Hourly, Salary

Pay Grade

Health-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

MUSC Health – Columbia Medical Center Downtown is seeking a dedicated and skilled Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Heart Failure ICU night team within the nationally recognized MUSC Health Heart and Vascular Division. This full-time, night shift position offers the opportunity to provide high-acuity inpatient care to patients with advanced and complex cardiac disease, with a primary focus on heart failure management in the ICU setting.

As an integral member of a high-performing nocturnal care team, the APP will play a critical role in ensuring continuity, safety, and quality of care during overnight hours in a fast-paced cardiology ICU. Responsibilities will include:

• Providing direct patient care in the ICU, inpatient units, and outpatient clinic.

• Managing and coordinating care for patients with acute and chronic heart failure.

• Evaluating new and established patients.

• Assisting with peer-to-peer approvals and care coordination.

• Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other members of the care team to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care.

About MUSC Health – Heart and Vascular Division:

The MUSC Health Heart and Vascular Division is widely regarded for its excellence in cardiac care and innovative therapies. Columbia Medical Center Downtown has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as High Performing in the treatment of Heart Attack and Heart Failure and ranked in the top 10 on the PINCAI list of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals for 2023.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an Advanced Practice Provider who is passionate about advancing the care of patients with heart failure and contributing to a program recognized for quality, innovation, and excellence.

Required Qualifications:

• Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with current or eligible APRN licensure.

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program with current or eligible PA licensure

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a FNP, ANP, AGACNP, ACNP, or PA.

Position Highlights:

• Designated High Performing in Heart Attack and Heart Failure care by U.S. News & World Report.

• Ranked Top 10 on the PINC AI list of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals (2023).

• Awarded Society of Thoracic Surgeons 3-Star Ratings for 20 consecutive years.

• Accredited by the Society of Chest Pain Centers.

• Recognized as a BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina BlueDistinction® Center for Cardiac Care.

Benefits & Resources for Providers:

• Competitive compensation and benefits

• Employer-funded retirement plans

• Paid occurrence malpractice coverage

• Paid parental leave

• Epic EHR with provider-centered optimization and robust user support

• AI-enabled documentation and workflow tools integrated into Epic to reduce administrative burden and support clinical decision-making at the point of care

• Team-based care models that support sustainable workloads, shared responsibility, and provider well-being

Life in Columbia, South Carolina:

Discover the best of both worlds, big-city opportunity with small-town warmth.
Columbia is South Carolina’s vibrant capital city, perfectly positioned between the beautiful beaches of the Lowcountry and the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy top rated schools, family friendly neighborhoods, award winning restaurants, festivals, and endless outdoor adventures at Lake Murray and nearby state parks.

Additional Job Description

About MUSC:

South Carolina’s leading academic health system, MUSC Health, serves patients across the state through a growing network of hospitals, clinics, and specialty services. As the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health integrates academic medicine, research, and education with a strong commitment to patient care. Providers who join MUSC Health become part of a mission-driven organization recognized for clinical excellence, innovation, and meaningful investment in providers’ success. With opportunities in both academic and community settings, MUSC Health provides the scale, resources, and infrastructure to support meaningful, long-term careers.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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