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APP - NP or PA CTICU at Catholic Health Services of Long Island | LAYIQ

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APP- NP or PA – Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU)
FT – varied shifts (am and pm combined shifts)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU) team in a renowned hospital in New York. This position offers an opportunity to work with critically ill patients undergoing cardiothoracic surgeries and to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of intensivists, cardiologists, surgeons, nurses, and respiratory therapists.

The ideal candidate will have experience in critical care and a passion for providing high-quality, patient-centered care in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Assessment & Management: o Perform thorough assessments of critically ill cardiothoracic patients, including history, physical exams, and ongoing evaluations.
o Order and interpret diagnostic tests, imaging, and lab results.
o Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans for patients in collaboration with the attending physicians and healthcare team.
o Provide continuous monitoring and management of complex cases, including post-operative recovery, ventilation support, and hemodynamic management.
• Procedural Support: o When complex privileging is obtained the ability to peform central line placement, arterial line insertion, intubation/extubation, chest tube placement.
o Provide post-procedure care and patient education, ensuring proper recovery and addressing potential complications.
• Collaboration & Communication: o Work closely with attending cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, and nursing staff to ensure optimal patient care.
o Communicate effectively with patients and families, providing education and support regarding treatment plans, recovery, and discharge processes.
o Attend daily rounds to discuss patient progress, concerns, and updates.
• Clinical Leadership & Education: o Serve as a mentor and resource for nursing staff, residents, and fellows, providing guidance and education on clinical practices within the CTICU.
o Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to clinical research efforts within the unit.
o Stay current with advancements in critical care medicine, particularly cardiothoracic care, and engage in continuing education.

Qualifications:

• Education & Experience: o Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN), Physician Assistant (PA), or equivalent advanced practice provider (APP) qualification.
o Board certification as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Acute Care. Physician Assistant (PA), o Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in an intensive care unit (ICU), with a focus on cardiothoracic or cardiac surgery preferred.
• Skills & Competencies: o Strong clinical skills in critical care management, with a deep understanding of post-operative cardiothoracic patient care.
o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
o Proficient in using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
o Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment while maintaining attention to detail and providing compassionate care.

APP - NP or PA CTICU

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