THAA NP/PA Cardiothoracic Non-Operative ICU and Stepdown Unit

Trinity Health; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to participate in all aspects of perioperative and intensive care for cardiothoracic and vascular surgery patients at our Ann Arbor facility.

The role includes preoperative evaluation, postoperative care, and collaboration with physicians, nurses and other team members to ensure high-quality patient care. Requires PA/NP program completion, state license, NCCPA, DEA, ACLS and FCCS credentials.

Qualifications

• Graduation from accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program.
• Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• State of Michigan Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner license.
• DEA Controlled Substances Registration Certificate, United States DOJ.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider Certification.
• Fundamental Critical Care Support – Provider, SCCM.

Responsibilities

• Participate in care of cardiothoracic and vascular surgery patients under physician supervision.
• Perform preoperative evaluation and postoperative care.
• Order and review labs, imaging and other diagnostic tests as indicated.
• Open/close sternotomies and incisions in ICU and progressive care units as needed.

Skills

Patient management

Interpersonal skills

Compassionate care

Mobility

Education

PA/NP program graduate

NCCPA certification

MI PA/NP license

DEA registration

ACLS provider

FCCS provider

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description:

GENERAL SUMMARY

Participates in all aspects of care of cardiothoracic and vascular surgery patients with physician supervision as specified by state code and Trinity Health Ann Arbor (THAA) medical staff policy. Responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care provided to assigned patient population. This includes preoperative evaluation and postoperative care of cardiothoracic and vascular surgery patients with implementation of therapies and processes to meet all patient and family needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Patient work-up including history and physical examination with ordering of appropriate laboratory tests, x-ray studies and other diagnostic studies as indicated.
2. Preoperative evaluation of off-service patients scheduled for cardiothoracic and vascular surgical procedures with completion of preop checks.
3. Opening and closing of sternotomies and other incisions in the ICU and on the progressive care units as indicated.
4. Transport and initial care of the operative patient in the recovery room and intensive care unit.
5. Participation in the care of patients in the surgical ICU and on the progressive care units according to daily assignments and rotation of team members through various areas. The service is covered 24/7 by cardiothoracic PAs and advanced practice nurses who collaborate in all aspects of care.
6. Completion of daily hospital work rounds including pre and post operations and charting of progress notes as required or as assigned.
7. Dictation of discharge summaries, chart rounds, staffing conference summaries and consults as directed by service needs.
8. Participation in the care of off-service patients as indicated by consulting (supervising) physician request.
9. Performing diagnostic or therapeutic procedures as needed (within the scope of practice of the supervising physician) [Examples include, but are not limited to those listed in the Delineation of Clinical Privileges for the Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery PA/NP.].
10. Performing First Aid/Basic Life Support resuscitation with participation in annual review.
11. Maintenance of ACLS Provider status.
12. Evaluation and coordination of a plan of care in conjunction with attending physicians and other team members.
13. Participation in patient care conferences and peer quality review with attending and other staff members to assure quality patient care.
14. Collection and recording of information for service database.
15. Participation in teaching rounds and service Morbidity & Mortality Conference with preparation of case presentations as assigned.

SUPPLEMENTAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Maintenance of knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate books, journals and other literature and attending related conferences and seminars.
2. Participation in outcomes studies and research activities.
3. Participation in professional development activities with maintenance of professional affiliations and certifications according to THAA policies and state codes.
4. Participation in PA residency training program activities including clinical and technical instruction.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSURE

1. Graduation from accredited Physician Assistant program or Nurse Practitioner program
2. Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
3. State of Michigan Physician’s Assistant or Nurse Practitioner License
4. DEA Controlled Substance Registration Certificate, United States Dept. of Justice
5. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Provider Certification
6. Fundamental Critical Care Support – Provider, Society of Critical Care Medicine

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. Advanced patient management skills necessary to care for critically ill patients in the intensive care setting. This position places the PA/NP in the first responder position for all scenarios and requires a high degree of clinical acumen and technical skill for performing invasive procedures.
2. Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective interaction with patients, families, consulting physicians and hospital staff.
3. Ability to interact with grieving family members in a compassionate manner.
4. Ability to walk and stand continuously and to lift and position patients.

OUR Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.

Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.