Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Cardiac Surgery - VAD Coordinator, Full-[...]

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their inpatient Cardiac Surgery department as a VAD Coordinator. This role involves coordinating patient evaluations, providing education to patients and their families, and mentoring graduate students. The ideal candidate will demonstrate clinical expertise while actively participating in quality improvement initiatives. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in patient care within a supportive and innovative environment, where your contributions will enhance the lives of patients and their families facing cardiac challenges.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education

Flexible Schedule

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing or physician assistant program required.
• Acute care certification and RN license in Illinois necessary.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient evaluation and selection for advanced therapies.
• Provide education to patients and caregivers about VAD.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Expertise

Education Development

Quality Improvement

Mentoring

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Program

Tools

Statistical Databases

Medical Record Documentation

Job description

Description

Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant to work in our inpatient Cardiac Surgery department as a VAD Coordinator.

Schedule: 3x13 hrs (80-hours/pay period) - M-F

• The role does require night, weekend and holiday call (remote, on-site not required for call)

Essential Functions:

Demonstrates clinical expertise and expanded knowledge through patient care activities which may include diagnosis and management of a wide range of health problems. Responsible for health outcome of an assigned patient population. Confers with collaborating physician and other health professionals in area of clinical expertise. Develops appropriate educational systems for patients, families and staff in areas of expertise. Mentors graduate students in aspects of advanced practice and patient care. Actively participates in quality improvement and/or research pertinent to area of expertise.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates and participates in patient evaluation and selection for advanced therapies
• Outpatient call, clinical management, and care coordination (shared call with other coordinators)
• Inpatient discharge planning/care coordination
• Inpatient and outpatient education to VAD patients and their caregivers
• Oversees/provides education to acute care staff and community resources (EMS, rehab, home health, etc.)
• Participates in the development and maintenance of VAD statistical databases and associated registries
• Equipment and supply management
• Joint Commission certification preparedness
• Involvement with community outreach on VAD safety measures and awareness
• Liaison between surgeons, heart failure cardiologists, industry partners and patients

Conducts comprehensive appraisals of patients' health status by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in clinical area. Provides direct clinical care to patients. Prescribes/orders medications, therapies; orders/interprets laboratory tests, x-rays and procedures according to clinical privileges. Evaluates patients to determine their need for further health care. Provides comprehensive teaching to patients and families. Documents in the medical record all care and education provided and/or procedures performed for which the Licensed Advanced Practice Provider is responsible. Refers to other disciplines as appropriate. Consultant to other disciplines in areas of expertise. Integrates research based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision making. Exemplifies a professional image in appearance, manner and presentation. Advocate for patients, families, coworkers, and the community. Maintains certifications and continuing education as required for licensure and privileging. Serves as a patient advocate and role model for 'Patients First'. Participates in unit/departmental/divisional or hospital committees/task forces as appropriate. Provides comprehensive teaching strategies for patients and their families. Develops and participates in programs to meet continuing education needs of staff. Serves as a role model and preceptor to students. Provides formal education to both internal and external groups pertinent to area of specialty. Participates in quality improvement and/or research initiatives for specific patient population as appropriate.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Acute care certification required for APRNs
• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by a national certifying body as approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation APRN Board. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number OR Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program/Current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Illinois. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number
• Privileged and credentialed through the NMH Medical Staff Office (MSO)
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation – BLS, issued by the American Heart Association
• New grads accepted with relevant experience MCS/Cardiac surgery experience

Preferred:

• Two (2) years of experience Cardiac Surgery

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.