Night ICU Critical Care APP/PA Lead

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh seeks Casual Nights Physician Assistant or Acute Care Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner to support Critical Care Medicine. The role focuses on management of critically ill patients, primarily night ICU coverage, and CCM APP coverage across ICUs.

The successful candidate will perform procedures such as intubation, central lines, arterial lines, participate in ICU rounds, and collaborate with the team to ensure high-quality care around the clock.

Qualifications

• Experience in critical care medicine and ICU settings.
• Ability to manage critically ill patients in high-acuity environments.
• Strong collaboration with physicians and health-care teams.

Responsibilities

• Manages critically ill patients with independent judgement and collaboration.
• Provides nighttime ICU coverage and CCM APP support for ICUs.
• Performs procedures including intubation, central lines, and arterial lines.
• Participates in ICU rounds and contributes to patient care planning.
• Maintains professional communication with the care team and families.

Skills

Critical care

ICU experience

Team coordination

Procedural skills

Job description

UPMC Presbyterian in Pittsburgh seeks Casual Nights Physician Assistant or Acute Care Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner to support Critical Care Medicine. The role focuses on management of critically ill patients, primarily night ICU coverage, and CCM APP coverage across ICUs.

The successful candidate will perform procedures such as intubation, central lines, arterial lines, participate in ICU rounds, and collaborate with the team to ensure high-quality care around the clock.