Lead Nurse Practitioner​/Physician Assistant, Cardiothoracic Surgery Critical Care - Atlantic He

Lead Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant, Cardiothoracic Surgery Critical Care – Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center

Morristown, NJ, United States

Lead Advanced Practice Professional (NP/PA), Clinical Education – Cardiothoracic Surgery Critical Care

Atlantic Health seeks an experienced Advanced Practice Professional (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to lead Clinical Education for Cardiothoracic Surgery Critical Care at Morristown Medical Center.

This role requires advanced procedural expertise, including central line, arterial line, and chest tube placement, along with experience in point‑of‑care ultrasound and CSU‑ALS certification. A minimum of five years of experience in cardiothoracic surgery critical care is required; prior leadership experience is preferred.

The Lead APP functions in a fully clinical capacity while serving as a clinical educator for a team of 22 Advanced Practice Professionals within the Cardiothoracic Surgery Critical Care Unit. Responsibilities include leading clinical education initiatives, training new team members, and supporting the continued growth of the open‑heart program. This is a full‑time position working 12‑hour shifts, with scheduling based on departmental needs.

There is no call requirement; a weekend and night rotation are required.

• Robust health, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Annual CME credits and incremental PTO
• Tuition reimbursement for advanced degrees

• Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner from an accredited program
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey
• ACLS and BLS certification required
• Minimum of 5 years experience in cardiothoracic critical care as NP or PA
• Preferred leadership experience
• Excellent communication and computer skills
• Strong work ethic and a team player who can work independently

Atlantic Health System Heart Care provides high‑quality cardiovascular care in community hospital settings. Morristown Medical Center hosts the largest cardiac surgery program in New Jersey and is nationally ranked among the top 50 hospitals for cardiology and heart surgery.

EEO STATEMENT

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