Advanced Practice Provider, (Days/ Nights) Cardiac Critical Care- Orlando Regional Medical Center

Orlando Health•Orlando, FL

23h

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Cardiac ICU team at Orlando Regional Medical Center. The ideal candidate will possess advanced clinical expertise and a comprehensive understanding of complex cardiac conditions, including cardiogenic shock, mechanical circulatory support (MCS), left ventricular assist devices (LVAD), extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), and cardiac surgery pre- and post-operative care. As an APP in our Cardiac ICU, you will play a crucial role in managing critically ill patients with severe cardiac conditions, delivering high-quality care, and supporting a multidisciplinary team. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.

Requirements

Nurse Practitioner
Graduate of accredited nurse practitioner program with a Master’s Degree and completion of a board certification if graduated after July 2006. New hires and Team Members placed in this job after May 1, 2021 must obtain acute care certification.
Physician Assistant
Graduate of accredited physician assistant program.
New hires and Team Members placed in this job after May 1, 2021 must obtain acute care or critical care fellowship program.
ARNP license in the state of Florida.
Maintains current ACLS and BLS.
Fundamental Critical Care Support (FCCS) Certificate, or obtain the FCCS certification within 6 months of hire if preapproved by the Physician Director of Critical Care Services
Current licensure in State of Florida renewed every two years.
Maintains current ACLS and BLS.
Fundamental Critical Care Support (FCCS) Certificate, or obtain the FCCS certification within 6 months of hire if preapproved by the Physician Director of Critical Care Services
Minimum one (1) year experience as fully licensed/ independent CVICU Critical Care APP (non-cardiac ICU APP would be considered) -or-
Successful completion of a one (1) year Critical Care Fellowship
New Grads and Novice APPs without required experience mentioned above will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

Candidates with ECMO, Impella, Ballon Pump, and Post Cardiothoracic Surgery patient populations highly preferred

Responsibilities

Provides direct clinical services for critically ill patients according to established protocols and utilizes evidence-based clinical practice standards
Assess, diagnose, and manage patients with acute cardiac conditions, including cardiogenic shock, MCS devices, LVAD, and ECMO.
Provide comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients.
Monitor and interpret diagnostic tests and data, including echocardiograms, lab results, and hemodynamic monitoring.
Prescribes medication using evidence-based medicine and clinical judgement, magage vasopressors and inotropic support for critically ill patients
Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with the advanced heart failure, cardiology, and cardiac surgery teams.
Perform procedures such as central line insertion, PAC insertion, arterial line placement, intubation, chest tubes, paracentesis, thoracentesis, etc.
Participate in daily rounds and contribute to care planning and decision-making processes.
Performs advanced cardiac life support. In a medical emergency, the nurse practitioner will act on behalf of the supervising medical staff member to maintain life support until a licensed physician arrives to manage the patient
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team regarding patient status, treatment plans, and discharge planning.
Stay current with advancements in cardiac critical care and integrate new knowledge into clinical practice.
Embodies professionalism through conduct, appearance, communication, mutual respect, ethical decision making and leadership skills.
Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing education
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures