Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Clinical Instructor, Surgery, Cardiothoracic Surgery (Inpatient Step Down Unit - Night Shift Position)

Stony Brook University; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook University’s Cardiothoracic Surgery service seeks a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join a high-performing team. Responsibilities include comprehensive patient assessments, perioperative management, and collaboration with physicians to optimize care.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient education, and efficient system coordination across inpatient and outpatient settings in a fast-paced CT surgery environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing or PA program and current licensure in NY.
• 1+ year of acute care NP/PA experience recommended.
• Board eligibility or certification in acute care, adult/gerontology, or family practice.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients, perform exams, and formulate diagnoses.
• Provide pre- and post-op care coordination within CT surgery.
• Refer to other providers and consult with physicians as needed.

Skills

Patient assessment

Clinical leadership

Interprofessional collaboration

Evidence-based practice

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing / PA

NYS RN license

NYS PA license

Tools

EMR (Epic)

Job description

Stony Brook University: Health Sciences: Renaissance School of Medicine: Surgery

Description

Join our esteemed healthcare team dedicated to providing exceptional care to our Cardiothoracic Surgery patients. We are seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant to join our dynamic team and contribute to our commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery.

Schedule: Full-time nights with ability to flex to alternate shifts based on the needs of the service. Weekends and holidays are required.

Responsibilities

• Patient Assessment and Care: Conduct thorough patient assessments, perform physical examinations, and formulate assessments and diagnoses. Initiate, review, and revise treatment plans, ensuring accurate documentation and presentation of data to the supervising physician.

• Medical Practice Support: Provide essential patient care services within the medical practice. Provide support and act as a resource to nursing staff. Direct inpatient pre and post op care of patients admitted to the cardiothoracic surgery service.

• Referrals and Consultations: Make referrals to other healthcare providers when necessary and consult with physicians for further definitive therapy. Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure seamless patient care.

• Diagnostic Tests and Procedures: Order and evaluate appropriate diagnostic tests and procedures, maintaining a commitment to evidence-based practice.

• Patient Education: Instruct and counsel patients on healthcare, health maintenance, medical problems, treatment plans, nutrition, and related issues, ensuring a patient-centered approach.

• System Coordination: Facilitate efficient patient movement through the healthcare system and optimizing resource utilization through interdepartmental collaboration.

• Audits and Research Involvement: Participate in audits and research initiatives within the healthcare setting, contributing valuable insights and helping to advance our understanding and practices in Cardiothoracic surgical care.

• Additional Responsibilities: Perform any other duties as assigned by management, contributing to the overall success of the healthcare team.

If you are a compassionate healthcare professional with a passion for Cardiothoracic Surgical care and meet the qualifications outlined below, we invite you to apply today. Join us in providing exceptional care and making a difference in the lives of our patients.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Nurse Practitioner: Master’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in Nursing or completion of a course for Nurse Practitioner and certification as a Nurse Practitioner in acute care, adult/gerontology, and/or family nurse practitioner. Current NYS RN license. One year experience as a NP in an acute care setting.

Physician Assistant: NYS license and certification as a Physician Assistant. Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher) from an accredited school of Physician Assistants. One year experience as a PA in an acute care setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Board certification. Experience working in a fast-paced medical practice. Experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery. Three years of experience as a NP/PA in an acute care setting.

Special Notes:

Non-Tenure Track position. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA.

Anticipated Start Date:

As soon as possible.

Campus Description:

Long Island's premier academic medical center, Stony Brook Medicine, represents Stony Brook University's entire medical enterprise and integrates all of Stony Brook's health-related initiatives: education, research and patient care. It encompasses Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children's Hospital, the five Health Sciences schools -- Dental Medicine, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing and Social Welfare -- as well as the major centers and institutes, programs and more than 50 community-based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County. With 624 beds, Stony Brook University Hospital serves as Suffolk County's only tertiary care center and Regional Trauma Center. Stony Brook Children's, with more than 180 pediatric specialists in 30 specialties, offers the most advanced pediatric specialty care in the region. In the Medical and Research Translation (MART) building, two floors are occupied by Stony Brook University Cancer Center’s outpatient services, and four floors are devoted to cancer research. Diversity, equity and inclusion are essential core values at Stony Brook Medicine. We believe we do our best and most impactful work when we leverage our diverse, equitable and inclusive perspectives. We are proud to recruit and hire talented people from a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences.

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