Advanced Practice Provider - CVICU (0.5 FTE)

The Christ Hospital Health Network•Cincinnati, OH

20d•Onsite

About The Position

The Christ Hospital is seeking an enthusiastic, team-centered Advanced Practice Provider to join its growing inpatient cardiovascular critical care service at the Main location in Cincinnati, Ohio. This part-time, 0.5 FTE position offers work in a high-acuity, collaborative environment caring for patients with complex cardiovascular conditions, including advanced heart failure, acute coronary syndromes, and cardiogenic shock. The APP works closely with intensivists, cardiothoracic surgeons, cardiologists, and other APPs to provide comprehensive care. New APPs are welcome, and comprehensive onboarding and procedural training are provided in hemodynamic monitoring, line and airway procedures, and mechanical circulatory support device management.

Requirements

DEA certification.
BLS and ACLS certification.
For Nurse Practitioners: Acute Care, Adult, or Family Nurse Practitioner certification verified by AACN, AANP, or ANCC; a current, valid license from the Ohio Board of Nursing or applicable state board; and First Assist certification.
For Physician Assistants: Graduation from an accredited physician assistant program with a master's degree; certification verified by NCCPA; a current, valid license from the Ohio Medical Board or applicable state medical board; and a current certificate to prescribe from the Ohio Medical Board.

Nice To Haves

Prior ICU or CVICU experience as an APP or RN.
Strong interest in cardiovascular critical care and advanced heart therapies.

Responsibilities

Manage patients requiring advanced mechanical circulatory support, including Impella, IABP, and VV and VA ECMO.
Perform and interpret invasive hemodynamic monitoring.
Insert and manage arterial lines, central venous catheters, and Swan-Ganz catheters.
Perform endotracheal intubations.
Collaborate in daily multidisciplinary rounds and coordinate transitions of care.