APP Cardiac Thoracic Surgery

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Enjoy:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days.

• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules

• Retirement savings with employer match

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities

• Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs

• Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP)- Cardiac & Thoracic Surgery provides inpatient and outpatient well as pre and post-operative care treatment to patients under the auspices of a designated supervising physician(s). An APP with appropriate training (APRN RNFA or Physician Assistant) may assist in thoracic surgery.

Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.

Direct Patient Care (Inpatient / Outpatient) Provide care to patients including assessment, comprehensive evaluation, interpretation of diagnostic data, and coordination of patient plans of care as well as staff, patient and caregiver education. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of St. Elizabeth Healthcare's clinical pathways (for appropriate area of practice) and applicable clinical policies and procedures. Demonstrates competence in patient assessment, prescribing of pharmaceutical agents, and utilization of evidence-based practices.

Initiates medical orders including, but not limited to, orders for prescribing and dispensing certain medications within the Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant scope of practice as defined by applicable state law and established hospital protocols. For APPs with Surgical First Assist Training / Certification Demonstrates aseptic technique while providing care to perioperative patients utilizing advanced surgical instruments, including robotic instrumentation and technology.

Under direction of surgeon(s), completes and/or assists with surgical procedures within the APPs scope of practice. Planning/Organizing/Initiating Organize and prioritize clinical responsibilities to maximize time, efficiency, and productivity. Implement and evaluate progress toward goals for prescribed plan of care based on protocols/guidelines/pathways. Provide patient care information to staff and collaborate with supervising physician(s) about the patient's progress. Demonstrates flexibility, sound judgment, and adaptability in decision making/problem solving/team building to function as an effective team member.

In collaboration with the surgeons, develop and participate in call as needed. Education, Credentials, Licenses (Nurse Practitioner):
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner Program
- Master's degree in nursing with National Nurse Practitioner Certification in appropriate specialty area. If eligible, must have RN Compact (multi-state) License in their primary state of residence. Education, Credentials, Licenses (Physician Assistant):
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program and meets the requirement for certification/re-certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant in the state where work is being performed including completion of CME/CEU requirements. Requires Certificate of Authority and Standard Care Arrangement with collaborating physician to practice as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant.

Must have SEH medical staff privileges as an advanced practice provider. DEA Certificate with prescribing/dispensing privileges in the state where work is being performed. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Specialized Knowledge:
Demonstrated skills and knowledge as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in an inpatient hospital setting. Strong computer skills including…