PA or CRNP (ACNP), Staff or Senior - HVI Vascular Surgery

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

UPMC's Heart and Vascular Institute (HVI) is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider to join our Vascular Surgery team. This is a full-time position for a Physician Assistant or Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care) based primarily at UPMC Passavant, with occasional travel to Jameson and Sewickley. The schedule consists of 10-hour shifts, 4 days a week from Monday through Friday, with no on-call or weekends. The role involves approximately 40% hospital rounding, 40% outpatient clinic, and 10% operating room responsibilities. The department focuses on creating comprehensive care for vascular surgery patients with complex medical conditions in both inpatient and outpatient settings, fostering a highly collaborative environment between vascular surgeons and advanced practice providers.

Requirements

• Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) or Physician Assistant (PA) with current state license.
• Completion of an approved nurse practitioner program or physician assistant program accredited by ARC-PA.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience or completion of a post-graduate residency for senior level.
• BSN, MSN preferred for CRNP; BS or MS preferred for PA.
• National certification and eligibility for licensure by Pennsylvania board of nursing or NCCPA.

Nice To Haves

• Professional nursing experience and/or nurse practitioner experience.
• Experience as a physician assistant and/or experience in a clinical setting.
• Completion of an OAPP approved professional contribution within one year of hire or promotion.

Responsibilities

• Set the standards for the level and quality of care for the care delivery team.
• Provide patient care activities for a group of patients and their families through independent judgment, communication, and collaboration.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with physicians and other healthcare providers.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the community and healthcare profession.
• Communicate effectively, both verbally and in documentation.
• Formulate a plan of care that considers individual patient needs.
• Actively engage in clinical development of all members of the healthcare team.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm for continuous learning and identify a plan for ongoing development.
• Identify patient and family needs for education and provide basic education to support the episode of care.
• Demonstrate accountability for professional development that improves the quality of patient care.

Benefits

• Health and welfare benefits including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Exceptional retirement program.
• Work-life balance with PTO and wellness programs.
• Paid parental leave.
• Competitive pay including base pay, merit, and premium pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees