Weekend CT-ICU NP/PA: Post-Op Cardiac Critical Care

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health at CMC Main is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (ACNP/PA) to cover weekend shifts in the Cardiothoracic Surgery Intensive Care Unit. The role focuses on post-operative management of complex cardiac surgery patients, with emphasis on hemodynamic stability and coordination of care from the operating room.

CT-ICU experience or a post-graduate CT-ICU fellowship is required, along with ACNP or PA certification.

Qualifications

• Graduation from ACNP or PA program with certification.
• Master’s or Doctorate in Nursing Practice; ACNP certification required.
• PA with NCCPA certification required.
• Post-graduate ICU fellowship or CT-ICU experience.
• Interpersonal skills and critical thinking demonstrated.
• BLS and ACLS required.
• NC licensure within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Daily rounding and management of complex post-op cardiac surgery patients.
• Admission notes, daily progress notes, and billing.
• Interpret pulmonary artery catheter data; manage chest tubes and pacing.
• Manage mechanical support devices: VAD, ECMO, IABP.
• Weekend shifts; overtime and CME opportunities; JP 145 shifts/year.

Skills

ACNP

PA

Cardiac postop care

Critical care

Communication

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Nursing Practice

ACNP certification

NCCPA/PA certification

Tools

ECMO

VAD

IABP

Central line placement

Arterial line placement

Endotracheal intubation

Job description

Atrium Health at CMC Main is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (ACNP/PA) to cover weekend shifts in the Cardiothoracic Surgery Intensive Care Unit. The role focuses on post-operative management of complex cardiac surgery patients, with emphasis on hemodynamic stability and coordination of care from the operating room.

CT-ICU experience or a post-graduate CT-ICU fellowship is required, along with ACNP or PA certification.