Surgery - Vascular Nurse Practitioner at Palm Health Resources summary:
The Surgery - Vascular Nurse Practitioner provides advanced healthcare services in the Cardiovascular ICU at a high acuity facility in Baltimore, MD. This role involves assessing, diagnosing, and managing critically ill patients, performing invasive procedures, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes. The position requires BC Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant credentials along with specific experience in cardiovascular intensive care.
Palm Health Resources is hiring experienced Cardiovascular ICU Advanced Practice Providers in Baltimore, MD for a 3-6 month Locum Contract!
The Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant will work in the Cardiovascular ICU at a very high acuity facility, full time, 40 hours per week, 12-13 hour shifts from 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am on a rotating basis.
Daily Case Load is around 4 patients per provider. Central Line Placement required. Must be a BC Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Provider must have CVSICU experience, line placement competency proof and experience with transplant, VAD, ECMO, etc.
Job Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to assess, diagnose, and manage critically ill patients in the CVSICU.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans, and evaluate patient responses to interventions.
• Perform invasive procedures, including but not limited to central line placement, arterial line placement, and chest tube insertion.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding their condition, treatment options, and discharge planning.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research projects to enhance patient care and outcomes in the CVSICU
Keywords:
Vascular Nurse Practitioner, Cardiovascular ICU, acute care, patient assessment, critical care, healthcare team, invasive procedures, patient education, evidence-based treatment, locum contract
