APP, ICU Nights
Health First · Melbourne, FL · 2 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the Role
You’ll be a true clinical partner to our Nocturnal Intensivists in the ICU at Holmes Regional, managing high-acuity patients and handling the full scope of critical care.
What The Night Looks Like
- Frontline for the unit, working collaboratively with the Intensivist
- Managing clinical status changes and responding to in-house emergencies
- Handling ICU admissions and managing downgrades to ensure efficient unit flow
- Performing or learning critical care procedures as they arise in this high-acuity setting
Requirements
- Florida-licensed (or eligible) Advanced Practice Provider (APP)
- Experience in an ICU or high-acuity environment preferred
- Comfortable making decisions in busy, high-pressure situations
- National certification (ACNP or PA-C) and BLS/ACLS
- Autonomy with strong communication skills for collaboration with attending and nursing staff
Qualifications
- Minimum of Master’s Degree in the Science of Nursing
- Current APRN license or endorsement permit
- Completion of APRN protocols within the first 90 days of employment, with bi-annual renewal updates
- Current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card (prior to start date and maintained thereafter)
- Participation in at least one professional conference and completion of a minimum of 15 continuing education units per year
- Demonstrated strength in leadership, multitasking, autonomy, entrepreneurial, and public relation skills
- Must pass colorblind testing to perform point-of-care tests requiring color change
Physical Demands
- Visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform clinical tasks
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift up to 20 times daily
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds 6 times daily
- Must pass colorblind test for point-of-care tests requiring color change
Mental Demands
- Ability to work in a stressful, public-contact environment with patients and families of various ages, cultures, and socio-economic statuses
- Extreme flexibility to work variable hours and locations
- Ability to recognize own limits and consult a physician regarding patient care issues
- Oversees clinical involvement of support associates and volunteers during daily clinic operations
- Participates in the clinical experience of students
- Must be courteous and helpful, treating all people with dignity and respect
- Ability to concentrate on multiple priority activities
- Must respond efficiently to emergency situations
Benefits
- Competitive salary and full benefits
- CME allowance and malpractice coverage
- Solid administrative support
Pay
Paygrade: PG-APP
Schedule
Full-Time
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