Cardiothoracic Surgery Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP)

Schuylkill•Allentown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The award-winning physicians at Lehigh Valley Heart and Vascular Institute are all board-certified, many having served fellowships or received additional training with leading programs. Our expert clinicians utilize continuing medical education to further research and enhance collaboration, leading to better patient outcomes. Work in conjunction with the attending cardiothoracic surgeon, and non-surgical providers, for medical care of cardiothoracic surgical patients. Perform initial evaluation, history, and physical examination of all assigned patients. Perform daily assessment and formulate plan of care for all assigned patients and direct admissions. Complete patient discharge on all assigned patients. Responsible for the care of all postoperative patients in our TOHU step down unit. Participate in ongoing education, quality, and research projects. Contribute to service-related databases as indicated. Participate in education of patients and families during their inpatient course. By joining the team at the Heart and Vascular Institute, you’ll be joining our team of innovative clinicians. LVHN was the region’s first to perform transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and is recognized as a center for performing complex mitral valve repair surgery. In a Heart & Vascular career with LVHN, you’ll experience: Consistent excellence: our team consistently ranks among the best in the nation for heart attack survival A collaborative, multidisciplinary team Access to the most advanced treatments and clinicals trials More than 20 cardiology practices located throughout the region

Requirements

Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified
A Valid Pennsylvania Medical License or ability to obtain one is required
Graduate from accredited educational program for Nurse Practitioners
experience as an independent clinician required

Nice To Haves

ICU experience preferred

Responsibilities

Work in conjunction with the attending cardiothoracic surgeon, and non-surgical providers, for medical care of cardiothoracic surgical patients.
Perform initial evaluation, history, and physical examination of all assigned patients.
Perform daily assessment and formulate plan of care for all assigned patients and direct admissions.
Complete patient discharge on all assigned patients.
Responsible for the care of all postoperative patients in our TOHU step down unit.
Participate in ongoing education, quality, and research projects.
Contribute to service-related databases as indicated.
Participate in education of patients and families during their inpatient course.