Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - ICU / Per Diem

About the role

The ICU PA/NP (provider) supports Highland Hospital's ICU by covering Day or Night shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and manage intensive care unit patients under the supervision of the critical care team.
• Report to the ICU Medical Director for clinical and administrative issues.
• Consult with the Chief of Medicine for broader administrative issues.
• Work closely with the attending critical care physician for specific patient-related problems.
• Inform the attending of record of any significant changes in a patient's clinical status.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved PA or NP program and nationally certified by the National Board of Medical Examiners.
• Two to five years of in-patient or ICU/critical care PA/NP experience.
• Demonstrated autonomy and competency in managing critically ill patients.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to independently perform some invasive procedures.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in coordinating clinical services for acutely ill patients.

Qualifications

• American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS certification.
• Stroke Certification required within one year of hire.

Skills

• Proficiency in central venous and arterial access.
• Management and resuscitation of unstable patients.
• Management of respiratory failure, including proficiency with standard modes of mechanical ventilation.

Pay

Salary range: $70 - $100 per hour, annually.

Schedule

Shifts are typically 7a - 7p or 7p - 7a in the ICU. Hours vary.