ADVANCED PRACTICE CLINICIAN - CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY

Responsibilities

• Cook up the weekly Pulmonary Nodule conference and build bridges with a diverse bunch of healthcare professionals.
• Act as the Lung Cancer Screening program navigator, independently assessing patients, making recommendations based on Lung RADS classification, and keeping track of patient data.
• Assess and manage inpatients during their hospital stay, from initial consults to postoperative care.
• Coordinate inpatient discharges and provide follow-up care for postoperative patients.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner medical license in Delaware.
• Valid Controlled Substance Registration with Delaware/DEA.
• BLS (Basic Life Saving) certification.

Skills

• Clear communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in basic computer programs.
• Able to keep confidential patient and team information secure.
• Capable of handling crisis situations.
• Strong customer service skills, able to interact with patients, team members, and visitors.
• Knowledge and experience with electronic health records.

Credentials

• Physician Associate (PA) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) certified in medical surgery.
• BLS - Basic Life Saving certification.

Education

• Master of Science (MS) in ACNP plus NP certification in medical surgery.