NP - Cardiac Surgery job

Cardiothoracic Surgery APP opening in Harrisburg, PA

Full-time, permanent opening
Hospital-employed
Schedule: 12, 12-hour shifts per month
Block scheduling
Rotating days & nights
Day time: Census of 6-10 patients on average in the CTICU
Night time: Responsible for in-house overnight coverage of CTICU, Post-op Unit, ER
No outpatient calls
Admissions and consultation of patients directed to the Cardiac Surgery service
Actively co-manages critically ill post-op patients including ventilator management, initiation and management of vasoactive medications, management of IABP/ECMO, arrhythmias, bleeding disorders, and other cardiac disorders
Serves as a role model of professional practice by serving as a recognized leader in clinical expertise and evidence-based practice
Demonstrates highly developed clinical assessment and analytic tools
Actively supports continuous learning in the clinical area by sharing research and materials from professional organizations
Presents in a clinical setting
Identifies opportunities for clinical quality and workplace improvement
Leads teams to launch innovations in patient care
Incorporates acceptable standards of practice as well as health system goals to improve patient safety, quality, and satisfaction of the patient experience
Ability to articulate and translate patient s condition to care providers
Willingness to make recommendations for changes in patient care and clinical practices
Partners with patients to formulate a plan for care
Support from a full range of specialists
Experience required
EMR: Epic

Requirements:

Graduate of accredited CRNP program (must be certified in one of the following: ACNP, ACNPC-AG, or AGACNP) or accredited PA program
Ability to work autonomously and think critically
Three years of experience working within an inpatient or critical care setting preferred
Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with executives and providers
Adaptability and flexibility suited for working in a complex environment with multiple, changing priorities
Ability to work with specialized equipment
Experience in airway management, central and arterial line cannulation, and ultrasound preferred
Current ACLS certification
Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate patient care
Team-oriented with ability to provide personalized patient care and demonstrate positive clinical outcomes

Compensation and benefits:

Competitive compensation package
Commencement Bonus
Relocation
Health, life, and disability
Medical malpractice
Defined contribution plan; 403(b) plan with employer match
Professional dues and CME allowance

Community:

The capital of our Commonwealth, Harrisburg is situated along the banks of the Susquehanna River. The ornate dome of the Capitol dominates the skyline; when the structure was dedicated in 1906, President Theodore Roosevelt said, "It's the handsomest building I ever saw." Visitors can tour this historic structure and marvel at its sheer size: the structure covers five and a half acres. The Rotunda, a copy of the dome of St. Peter's Basilica, rises 272 feet. Visitors can also take in performances at the Harrisburg Shakespeare Festival, attend a Harrisburg Senators baseball game, or check out the Susquehanna Museum of Art. Every year, the Pennsylvania Farm Show delights 400,000 locals and tourists with exhibits, competitions, and plenty of food. It is the largest indoor agricultural event in the country.

The greater Harrisburg area features both rural and suburban living and boasts an abundance of sports, arts, cultural events, and entertainment. The region includes historically significant areas such as Gettysburg and world-famous attractions such as Hershey Park.

Listed among America's Most Livable Cities, and ranked in U.S. News & World Report's Best Cities to Live, Harrisburg is centrally located and is only a two to three-hour drive away from New York City, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C.

The area offers top-rated public schools, blue-ribbon private schools, and some of Pennsylvania's top colleges and universities. Area school districts are consistently ranked in the top 20 percent of Pennsylvania. With affordable homes a composite cost of living index of 99.7, compared to 126.5 in Philadelphia it's a great place to grow a career and family.