Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Cardiac Surgery ICU - 12 Hour Shift - Nights

Dev; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding benefits package

Competitive salaries

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Brea, California, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for the Cardiac Surgery ICU, working night shifts. This full-time position includes overseeing patient care, performing procedures, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Ideally, candidates should have at least one year of Nurse Practitioner experience in cardiothoracic surgery and various nursing certifications. The role offers an exceptional benefits package and salary reflecting the competitive healthcare environment in California.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as Nurse Practitioner, preferably in cardiothoracic surgery.
• Two years of acute care nursing experience.
• ICU experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee care for patients in the Cardiac Surgery ICU.
• Perform bedside procedures and participate in daily rounds.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members.

Skills

Experience in cardiothoracic surgery

ICU experience

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Independent decision-making

Education

Master of Nursing Degree

National Certification or eligibility as a Nurse Practitioner

Current State of California Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner License

Current DEA license

Current ACLS certification

Job description

Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Cardiac Surgery ICU - 12 Hour Shift - Nights

Full-time position.

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Company Name: CEDARS‑SINAI

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The Smidt Heart Institute is home to a distinguished team of experts who set the bar for cardiovascular care in the United States. The Institute unites 16 centers and programs to diagnose and treat the full spectrum of heart and vascular conditions for all patients, from infants to those with advanced disease. Compassionate care is integrated with an agile research enterprise, giving patients access to pioneering treatments. Our faculty and attending physicians provide deep competency across all specialties, including transplantation, stem cell therapy, congenital heart disease, women’s heart health, valve disorders, arrhythmia and hypertension.

Why work here?

Cedars‑Sinai Medical Center has been ranked the #1 hospital in California and #2 hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, 2022‑23, and offers an outstanding benefits package and competitive salaries.

We take pride in hiring the best, most passionate employees. Our talented doctors, nurses and staff reflect the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They exemplify our commitment to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation and the gold standard of patient care we strive for.

What will you be doing:

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible and accountable for the application of the nursing process, supervision of clinical practice, research involvement, consultative services, inter- and intradepartmental liaison, education, leadership, and patient care management across the health care continuum from preventative to acute care through discharge. A Nurse Practitioner’s practice incorporates both independent decision‑making abilities and collaboration with the board‑certified/eligible physician to provide expert care to the patients.

• Oversee care for patients in the Cardiac Surgery ICU ranging from CABG and valve replacement/repairs to implantable VADs, Heart and Lung transplants, ECMO, aortic dissections, and aneurysm repairs
• Perform bedside procedures within the scope of service, write progress notes, participate in daily rounds, write orders, dictate discharge notes, and participate in hospital‑wide quality improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care

Experience Requirements:

• One (1) plus year of experience as Nurse Practitioner, preferably in cardiothoracic surgery
• Two (2) plus years of acute care nursing experience
• Two (2) plus years of experience managing cardiothoracic surgery patients or cardiac patients preferred
• ICU experience required
• Working knowledge of managing device patients preferred

Educational/Licensure/Certifications Requirements:

• Master of Nursing Degree
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program approved by the California Board of Registered Nurses
• Current State of California Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner License
• National Certification or eligibility for certification as a Nurse Practitioner
• Current DEA license and Furnishing Number or eligibility to obtain
• Current ACLS certification required
• AGACNP