Cardiothoracic Surgery & ICU - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Job description

Location Detail: 80 Seymour Street (10008)

Hartford HealthCare’s nationally recognized Heart & Vascular Institute seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join the Department of Cardiac Surgery, a prestigious 15-star Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) program. Based at Hartford Hospital, one of the largest surgical centers in the Northeast, this award-winning program is celebrated for its excellence in cardiac surgery, innovative care, and superior patient outcomes.  

Physician Assistant and Nurse Practitioner Benefits:

·          Market-leading compensation, premium shift differentials, benefits, and generous paid time off. 

·          Paid CME time off plus CME budget, reimbursed professional licenses and dues. 

·          Enhanced Tuition Assistance and Higher Education Partnerships. 

·          Voluntary benefits include student loan programs, home, auto, renters’ insurance, identity theft protection, legal services, pet insurance and more. 

·          Employee discount programs and colleague assistance programs offering resources and information for personal and work-life issues. 

·          Family care benefits through Care.com including emergency back-up care benefits for children, adults and even pets. 

Role : Open to Physician Assistants and Acute Care Nurse Practitioners

Location :  79 Jefferson Street, Hartford, 06102

Setting : Inpatient, cardiac surgery

Schedule: Full-time 3x13s, nights. Premium differentials offered .

Call schedule: No call

About the Opportunity: 

·          As a vital member of the Cardiac Surgery team, the APP will deliver expert, compassionate care to patients in our 18-bed Cardiac Surgery intensive care unit (ICU), step-down unit, and floor settings. Responsibilities include: 

·          Managed preoperative and postoperative care for cardiac surgery patients. 

·          Perform bedside procedures including central venous and arterial line placement, intra-aortic balloon pump removal, etc.  

·          Provide care for patients undergoing advanced procedures, including heart transplants, ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation), mechanical circulatory support, and transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). 

·          Conduct thorough patient assessments, developing individualized care plans, and closely monitoring progress. 

·          Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, fostering a culture of teamwork and concise communication to ensure optimal patient outcomes. 

·          Support seamless transitions of care between the ICU, step-down, and floor settings. 

·          Provide patient and family education, ensuring a clear understanding of the surgical process and recovery journey. 

·          Schedule: Full-time employment includes day/night/weekend/holiday rotation. Permanent night positions are available. Premium night/weekend differentials offered. 

·          Call schedule: No call 

This role offers a collaborative, patient-centered environment, where APPs are empowered to deliver outstanding care and grow professionally as part of a world-class cardiac surgery program

Why Join Us? 

At Hartford HealthCare, we are committed to supporting providers who prioritize both patient care and teamwork. Our program offers: 

·          Comprehensive Training and Mentorship: A robust onboarding process for both experienced and new graduate APPs.  Ongoing professional development tailored to cardiac surgery care includes weekly CME opportunities.  

·          Career Growth Opportunities: Access to leadership development programs and a culture that fosters innovation and professional advancement. 

·          World-Class Resources: The Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most advanced medical simulation training centers in the world.  

About Hartford HealthCare’s Heart & Vascular Institute :  

The Heart & Vascular Institute at Hartford Hospital is a national leader in advanced cardiac care, offering innovative treatments, groundbreaking research, and superior outcomes.  

Qualifications

Qualifications:

·          Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (APRN), preferably with 1+ years of relevant experience in Cardiac Surgery, critical care, or surgical settings. 

·          New graduates are welcome to apply. 

·          Eligible for licensure in the state of Connecticut.

Who can apply

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