Nurse Practitioner: Critical Care & Mechanical Circulatory Support | UT Health East Texas | Tyl[...]

Hackensack Meridian Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider to join their dynamic team in Tyler, TX. This role focuses on providing high-quality care in critical settings, including the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit. You'll be part of a dedicated team committed to enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and mentorship. Enjoy a collaborative environment where your expertise in mechanical circulatory support and critical care will make a significant impact. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this opportunity offers both professional growth and the chance to contribute to a leading healthcare facility.

Benefits

CME/CEU Allowance

Sign-on Bonus

Medical Debt Assistance

Relocation Allowance

Paid Malpractice Coverage

Health Benefits

Retirement Plan

Marketing Assistance

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience in critical care.

Responsibilities

• Manage patients in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit and Trauma settings.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research projects.

Skills

Critical Care

Mechanical Circulatory Support

Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS)

Patient Management

Leadership and Mentorship

Education

Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Program

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

UT Health Tyler , a 424-bed Level 1 Trauma Center in Tyler, TX, is searching for an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) specializing in Critical Care and Mechanical Circulatory Support to join its highly-skilled team.

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will work in the inpatient-only setting and have experience in critical care, Extracorporeal Life Support (ECLS) and mechanical circulatory support and expertise managing patients in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU), Trauma, and Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) settings. You will enjoy being part of a team committed to providing high-quality care to those requiring advanced cardiac and respiratory support modalities.

About your Work:

· 14 shifts/month

· 12 hour rotating shifts (7a-7p or 7p to 7a)

· Up to 12 patients/shift

· No Call Requirement-(open for discussion depending on candidate interest)

· Cover and Round on all ECLS and Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) patients providing high-quality, evidence-based care in UT Health Tyler's 58-bed ICU- across the CVICU, trauma, and MICU settings. This includes performing comprehensive assessments, developing and implementing treatment plans, and evaluating patient responses to therapy.

· Demonstrate proficiency in the management of patients requiring Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO), ventricular assist devices (VADs), and other mechanical circulatory support devices.

· Serve as a resource and mentor to nursing staff, residents, fellows, and other APPs regarding critical care principles, ECLS/ECLS management, and mechanical circulatory support. Facilitate educational sessions and contribute to the development of protocols and guidelines.

· Participate in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety, optimizing clinical outcomes, and improving care delivery processes

· Contribute to research projects, scholarly activities, and evidence-based practice initiatives within the institution.

· Utilize Epic EMR

Requirements:

• Master's degree or higher from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Current state licensure and certification as an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant).
• Board certification in Acute Care, Critical Care, or relevant specialty
• Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical experience in critical care, with a focus on ECLS and mechanical circulatory support

Recruitment Package may include:

· Base salary

· CME/CEU Allowance

· Sign-on bonus

· Medical debt assistance + Consultative services by Navigate Student Loans

· Relocation allowance

· Paid malpractice coverage

· Health benefits + Retirement plan

· Marketing + practice growth assistance

About the Hospital:
UT Health Tyler is the flagship hospital of the system, featuring institutes, centers of excellence and programs that serve hundreds of thousands annually. With 502 licensed beds, 24-hour ER with Level 1 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center, UT Health Tyler specializes in advanced acute care medicine. Our medical staff includes more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

About UT Health East Texas:

The UTHealth East Texas system is comprised of nine hospitals, more than 90 physicianclinics, over 500 employed providers, 13 regional rehabilitation facilities,two freestanding emergency centers, six urgent care clinics, regional homehealth services covering 41 counties, an EMS fleet of more than 60 ambulancesand four helicopters, and a comprehensive seven-trauma center care network,including a Level 1 trauma center. Our primary service area has apopulation of over 600,000.

About Your Community:
Tyler, ranked #1 of USA Today's "Five Best Cities in Texas" in 2024 - is known as the "Rose Capital of America." Centrally located in Northeast TX about halfway between Dallas and Shreveport, Tyler is among the fastest growing regions in Texas and is the largest retail, healthcare, and business center in Upper East Texas. Residents enjoy affordable housing, high-performing public and private schools, and no state income tax! Home to The University of Texas at Tyler, the community has many family-fun attractions from botanical gardens to a zoo. The region is also recognized for outdoor recreational offerings, including hiking and biking trails, parks, and recreational lakes, including Lake Palestine and Lake Tyler.