Advanced Practice Provider - Cardiothoracic ICU
Job Details
City/State: Norfolk, VA
Work Shift: First (Days)
Provider Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery
The Cardiothoracic Surgery (CTS) Advanced Practice Provider team at Sentara Heart Hospital (SHH) is seeking a full‑time APP to support our CSICU. This role is devoted to the care of critically ill cardiac surgery patients in the ICU setting. The APP ensures best practices are implemented for the cardiothoracic surgery patients through all phases of care. Ongoing, active participation and evaluation of quality care initiatives, improvements, patient care outcomes, and overall effectiveness of the CTS program is required.
The ideal candidate is one with a dedication for high quality care and excellence in customer service. A cardiothoracic surgery background and at least two years of advanced practice experience in an acute care clinical setting is required. Critical care background preferred. Nights and rotating weekends.
Position Highlights- Nationally recognized physicians, superior quality, and innovative technology
- >2300 cardiac procedures per year, including ECMO, thoracic, and heart transplant; no pediatrics
- 23‑bed CSICU at 543‑bed qua ternary care facility;
Level 1 Trauma Center - 100% inpatient responsibilities
- 1‑2 years cardiothoracic surgery experience required
- Comprehensive Benefits and Retirement package
- Malpractice and Tail coverage
- $3,000 Annual CME allowance
- $5,000 Annual QPI Bonus
- $10,000 Student Loan Reimbursement Program
- $10,000 Commencement Bonus
- $5,000 Retention Bonus following years 2 and 3
- Fully integrated EHR (Epic)
Learn More:
Our program has earned the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) 3‑Star Rating—the highest quality designation awarded for cardiothoracic surgery programs.
Our teams are dedicated to cultivating an environment where every individual feels recognized, appreciated, and supported, enabling them to perform at their best for themselves and our patients. Our Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) are essential to this foundation, and we seek to continue to grow their impact and scope of practice throughout our hospitals.
Benefits:Caring For Your Family and Your Career
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long‑Term, Short‑Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Annual CME Allowance
- Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- 100% Malpractice and Tail Coverage
- Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
Providers at Sentara are eligible for special benefits such as Annual CME Allowance and 100% malpractice and tail coverage.
Sentara Health is an equal‑opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging are guiding principles of our organization to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve.
In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco‑free environment.
For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs providers in the following states:
North Carolina, Nevada, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia and Wisconsin.
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