Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - St.Vincent's Cardiac Surgery

Company: Hartford HealthCare Medical Group Specialists
Location: Bridgeport
Posted on: March 12, 2025

Job Description:

DescriptionJob Schedule: Full TimeStandard Hours: 40Job Shift: Shift 1Shift Details: Mon-SunAdvanced Practice Provider - St. Vincent's Cardiac Surgery (Cardiovascular ICU/Stepdown) Hartford HealthCare - Heart & Vascular InstituteHartford HealthCare's nationally recognized Heart & Vascular Institute is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join the Department of Cardiac Surgery. This award-winning program is celebrated for its excellence in Cardiac Surgery, innovative care, and superior patient outcomes.About the Opportunity:Join our rapidly growing Cardiac Surgery Team and become a vital member of the Cardiac Surgery Team. The APP will deliver expert, compassionate care to patients in the Cardiac Surgery ICU and step-down unit.Responsibilities include: - Inpatient pre-operative consultation and management. - Post-operative care management-from admission to ICU through discharge. - Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of teamwork and communication to ensure optimal patient outcomes. - Managing multiple patients with varied critical illness- performing comprehensive physical assessments, interpretation of diagnostic results hemodynamic/ventilator management. - Performing invasive procedures such as central venous and arterial line placement, IABP removal, chest tube placement, basic suturing - Providing patient and family education, ensuring a clear understanding of the surgical process and post operative recovery.Schedule: - Full time, salaried position. Three-13-hour shifts per week with day/night rotation. Requires rotation on weekends and holidays. - Potential for permanent night schedule for interested candidates. - This position is eligible for shift, weekend and holiday differentials. - Opportunities for over-standard pay.Benefits: - This role offers a dynamic and highly specialized surgical environment, where APPs are integral and respected members of the advanced cardiac surgical team. - Market-leading compensation, premium shift differentials, benefits, and generous paid time off. - Paid CME time off and yearly CME expense stipend. Reimbursement for professional licenses, board certifications and dues. - Enhanced Tuition Assistance and Higher Education Partnerships. - Voluntary benefits include student loan programs, home, auto, renters' insurance, identity theft protection, legal services, pet insurance and more. - Employee discount programs and colleague assistance programs offering resources and information for personal and work-life issues. - Family care benefits through Care.com include emergency care benefits for children, adults and pets.Why Join Us?:At Hartford HealthCare, we are committed to supporting providers and their professional development. Our program offers:o Comprehensive Training and Mentorship: A robust onboarding process and ongoing professional development tailored to cardiac surgical care.o Career Growth Opportunities: Access to leadership development programs and a culture that fosters innovation and professional advancement.o World-Class Resources: Cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art facilities within an award-winning cardiac surgery program.Qualifications - Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (APRN) - 1+ year experience in cardiovascular or thoracic surgery preferred but not required. - Eligible for licensure in the State of Connecticut. - Strong clinical, organizational, and communication skills. - A commitment to excellence in intraoperative care and patient outcomes.About Hartford HealthCare's Heart & Vascular Institute:The Heart & Vascular Institute at Hartford Hospital is a national leader in advanced cardiac care, offering innovative treatments, groundbreaking research, and superior outcomes.Join a team that values expertise, compassion, and collaboration, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on patient's lives and your professional growth will thrive.

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