Cardiology Critical Care - Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

Hartford Hospital • Hartford, CT

11h • Onsite

About The Position

This is an inpatient advanced practice role caring for critically ill cardiac patients in the cardiac ICU and cardiac step-down setting. The APP participates in daily teaching rounds, collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, helps manage complex cardiac conditions, and develops procedural skills, including central line placement. The role is open to Physician Assistants and Acute Care Nurse Practitioners, including new graduates and experienced providers. A structured orientation of up to six months, individualized mentorship, and ongoing educational support are provided.

Under established guidelines and in collaboration with or under the supervision of practice physicians, Advanced Practitioners perform routine physical examinations and formulate medical, educational, and psychosocial plans to treat patients. In consultation with physicians and care team members, they develop plans for further evaluation of health needs, including referrals to other health team members or specialists. They provide appropriate treatment for problems within their scope of practice as designated by protocols, identify problems outside that scope, and refer appropriately to a physician.

The position is based at 80 Seymour Street in Hartford, Connecticut. The schedule is full-time and rotating, with no call. Premium differentials are offered.

Requirements

• Unrestricted Connecticut medical license, or eligibility for one.
• Certified or board-eligible Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.
• New graduates are welcome to apply.

Nice To Haves

• At least two years of experience as a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in a critical care setting, preferably cardiology or cardiac care.

Responsibilities

• Care for critically ill cardiac patients in the cardiac ICU and cardiac step-down setting.
• Participate in daily teaching rounds and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Manage complex cardiac conditions.
• Develop procedural skills, including central line placement.
• Perform routine physical examinations and formulate medical, educational, and psychosocial treatment plans under established guidelines and in collaboration with or under the supervision of physicians.
• Develop plans for further evaluation of health needs in consultation with physicians and care team members, including referrals to other team members or specialists.
• Treat problems within the provider’s scope of practice as designated by protocols, identify problems outside that scope, and refer appropriately to a physician.

Benefits

• Market-leading compensation and benefits and generous paid time off.
• Paid CME time off and a CME budget.
• Reimbursement for professional licenses and dues.
• Enhanced tuition assistance and higher education partnerships.
• Voluntary benefits including student loan programs, home, auto, and renter’s insurance, identity theft protection, legal services, and pet insurance.
• Employee discount programs and colleague assistance programs with resources for personal and work-life issues.
• Family care benefits through Care.com, including emergency backup care for children, adults, and pets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed