Advanced Practice Nurse, Cardiac CSICU/CCU, Per Diem
Valley Health System
Summary
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) diagnoses medical conditions, plans and implements interventions, and evaluates critically ill patients in collaboration with Intensivist/Cardiac Surgeons/Cardiologists/Intervention/Structural Heart and Electrophysiologists.
Job description
Position Summary
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) diagnoses medical conditions, plans and implements interventions, and evaluates critically ill patients in collaboration with Intensivist/Cardiac Surgeons/Cardiologists/Intervention/Structural Heart and Electrophysiologists.
The APP may perform invasive therapeutic procedures (central venous lines, arterial lines, thoracotomy tubes, intubation) based on the needs of the specific patient population as determined collaboratively with the intensivist and as per credentialing and privileging policies.
The APP will lead CODES and manage arrhythmias per ACLS/CALS guidelines, perform ventilator management, invasive line removal, medication de-escalation, and facilitate transfer of patients into and out of the critical care units in collaboration with intensivists.
The APP will facilitate communication between patients and family members and the healthcare team, collaborate with nurses and managers to implement and evaluate holistic patient care delivery, and serve as a resource to members of the healthcare team using an in-depth pathophysiologic and psychosocial knowledge base.
The APP will work in conjunction with the Intensivist and Director of CICU to perform daily rounds on CICU patients, facilitating execution of the prescribed treatment plan, request consultations as needed from other services, and maintain awareness of all consulting actions.
Requirements
- RN and APN licensed in the State of New Jersey
- APN national certification required
- Or Physician Assistant, licensed in the State of New Jersey
- PA national certification required
- A minimum of one year of experience in cardiac surgery/coronary care unit or related cardiac specialties
- Motivated new graduates with related experience will be considered
- ACLS and BLS required
- Serves on call and weekends as required
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Group Term Life & AD&D
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Commuter Benefit Plans
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Whole Life Insurance
- Legal Support
- 6 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Wellness Time Off
- Extended Illness
- Retirement Plan
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Center Discount
- Day Care Discounts
Company overview
The Valley Health System is an integrated healthcare network serving Las Vegas and Southern Nevada, operating as a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). Established in 1979, the system has grown to become the largest provider of healthcare services in Southern Nevada, serving over two million residents across the region. The network comprises six acute care hospitals, two specialty hospitals, seven freestanding emergency departments, and numerous outpatient facilities and physician practices. Key hospitals include Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Summerlin Hospital Medical Center, Valley Hospital Medical Center, and West Henderson Hospital. The system offers comprehensive medical services including emergency care, cardiovascular services, neurosciences, maternity and women's health, orthopedics, oncology, behavioral health, and specialized programs in stroke and heart attack care. All Valley Health System hospitals are accredited by The Joint Commission and consistently earn national recognition for quality care, with certifications from the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association. The organization employs over 9,000 healthcare professionals dedicated to providing patient-centered care while also serving as a teaching institution with graduate medical education programs and clinical training opportunities for future healthcare providers.