Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiac Surgery / Aortic Disease, Full-time, Days
Core
Advanced practice provider delivering acute care for cardiac surgery and aortic disease patients, primarily in outpatient settings with rounding support.
Role type
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (Cardiac Surgery/Aortic Disease)
Builds
Direct patient care plans, medication/therapy orders, and clinical decision support for complex cardiovascular cases.
Domain
Healthcare / Cardiology / Cardiovascular Surgery
Required skills
Acute care clinical expertise, aortic disease management (surgical and medical), patient advocacy, quality improvement, research integration, precepting/mentoring
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive health appraisals including histories and physical exams; prescribe medications and order/interpret diagnostic tests; provide direct clinical care and patient/family education; participate in quality improvement and research initiatives; mentor graduate students and serve as a role model; consult with other disciplines on complex cases.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC