Advanced Practice Provider - Cardiac Surgery Nocturnal

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Advanced Practice Provider – Cardiac Surgery Nocturnal

We are looking for a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join our growing team in Cardiac Surgery. This person is compassionate about patient care, a team player, adaptable, appreciates a fast-paced environment, and has the desire to make a difference within a growing team. This is a nocturnal position that also includes providing cross‑coverage for thoracic surgery. Rotating days off, 12‑hr shifts, 6p‑6a.

Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Graduate of a master’s degree or higher from an ARC‑PA accredited Physician Assistant program OR Master’s degree or higher in nursing with completion of an accredited Advanced Practice Education Program. Graduate education and related Texas Board of Nursing authorization must be consistent with clinical practice area and patient population.

• Certification by the National Commission of Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) required.
• Licensed by the Texas Physician Assistant Board.
• Current applicable American Heart Association Life Support certification(s) based on UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers.
• Licensure as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by Texas State Board of Nursing.
• Authorization for prescriptive authority by the Texas Board of Nursing.
• Current applicable ACLS American Heart Association or American Red Cross Life Support certification(s) based on UT Southwestern policy for Advanced Practice Providers.

One-year relevant clinical experience strongly preferred.

• Conducts and documents comprehensive initial and ongoing physical examinations based on age and diagnosis, including psychological status.
• Synthesizes data and utilizes evidence to develop, implement, and evaluate the patient plan of care, including ordering and interpreting laboratory, radiology, and other diagnostic studies/results.
• Demonstrates proficiency in technical/procedural skills, as appropriate and based on specialty and training.
• Provides relevant management, referrals, counseling, and education to patients, families, and caregivers related to current care and preventive health measures.
• Facilitates/participates in quality related initiatives and/or clinical research protocols through planned group processes, workshops, seminars, and staff meetings, to improve clinical and system practice performance.
• Collaborates in research projects and protocols; and routinely applies evidence based best practices to patient care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Accuracy and ability to exercise considerable judgment.
• Ability to maintain current customer service, clinical, and technical skills.
• Ability to identify opportunities and provide suggestions for improvements in departmental policy, procedures, and protocols.
• Proficient use of EMR in the delivery of care.

Work is performed primarily in a clinical environment. The incumbent may be exposed to body fluids and infectious diseases.

5323 Harry Hines Blvd., Dallas, TX 75390

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.