Nurse Practitioner or PA I - Specialty - CVSICU Extension Unit

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The Johns Hopkins Hospital Cardiovascular Surgical ICU (CVSICU) Extension Unit is seeking a skilled and compassionate Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join the Heart and Vascular Insitute in taking care of pre and postoperative high acuity cardiacy surgery patients. The CVSICU Extension Unit is 4-6 bed unit that takes care of ICU level cardiac surgery patients in order to accommodate the rapid growth of the Heart and Vascular Institute. We are dedicated to providing exceptional ptient care, conducting groudbreaking research, and educating future medical professionals.

This full-time position will consist of a model of providing comprehensive care of ICU level multiple units alongside ICU intensivists and cardiothoracic surgons. These patients will be on a neighboring floor from the main base of the CVSICU, but will be cared for by the same cardiothoracic surgeons and ICU intensivisits. Due to a different location, these patients will be patients who are not requiring medical circulatory support.

Schedule:

• Rotating Shifts 6a-6p; 6p-6a; (50/50 Days and Nights)
• Including weekends, nights, and holiday

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to assess, diagnose, and manage critically ill patients at an ICU level. Patient population currently excluded on this unit include but are not limited to: patients with open chest, requiring mechanical circulatory support, ECMO, Impella, IABP, etc.).
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans, and evaluate patient responses to interventions.
• Perform invasive procedures, including but not limited to central line placement, arterial line placement, chest tube removal and pacer wire removal.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding their condition, treatment options, and discharge planning.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds with ICU staff as well as the cardiology pulmonology, and cardiothoracic surgery teams.
  

Qualifications:

• Master's degree as a Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Certification from Accredited Program.
• Active, unrestricted ACNP or PA-C license and certification.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in critical care, preferably in a cardiovascular surgical intensive care unit.
• Ability to work independently and make critical decisions in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills, with the ability to make autonomous decisions in a fast-paced environment.
  

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Access to the renowned Johns Hopkins network for continued education and professional development.
• Work alongside a world-class team of healthcare professionals at a leading academic medical center.
• For more information on our benefits, please visit Johns Hopkins Hospital Benefits.

Salary Range: Minimum 60.93/hour - Maximum 94.45/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

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