Advance Practice Provider Part Time Day Cardiac APP's - TRMC

Responsibilities

• Perform history and physical examinations in preparation for surgical and cardiovascular procedures
• Order appropriate laboratory, radiologic and special diagnostic tests and interpret and report to surgical and cardiovascular teams
• The APP may be asked to see emergent consults in the ED and when appropriate treat conditions within the scope of the APP’s practice and experience
• Communicate complicated surgical/cardiovascular emergencies and prepare for surgery/cardiovascular intervention
• Assist with inpatient daily rounds as assigned
• This can include insertion/discontinuing central lines including but not limited to chest tubes, arterial lines, wound dressing changes, bed side procedure, insertion of temporary dialysis catheters, daily physical exams, midline catheters, and addressing any concerns of the patients on the service
• Assist with and perform diagnostic testing (Stress Test)
• Thoroughly explains procedures to patients
• Thoroughly explains procedures to patients prior to testing
• Perform appropriate interpretation of laboratory/diagnostic testing
• Responsible for discharging patients in collaboration with the attending
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills, communicates effectively and demonstrates time management
• Performs duties independently and coordinates care with the bedside nurse, attending physician, and other consulting providers
• Compassionately interacts with patients across different areas of care

Qualifications

• Required (APN/NP): Current APN Certification, Current RN NJ state license, CDS, DEA, Current BLS/ACLS, RNFA Certification *exception if Surgical NP certification has surgical assist built into program
• Required (Physician Assistant): Current Physician Assistant Certification, CDS, DEA, Current BLS/ACLS
• PREFERRED: Acute care certification, 3-5 years of acute care hospital experience