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Catholic Health Services lists this PA or NP - Cardiac Critical Care opportunity in west islip, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Details
Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Cardiac Critical Care
Full Time : Rotating shifts AM and PM required
Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA)
Cardiac Critical Care Unit (CCU) + CTICU
About Good Samaritan University Hospital
Good Samaritan University Hospital, part of Catholic Health, is a premier tertiary care center serving Long Island. Known for clinical excellence, advanced technology, and a patient-centered approach, our hospital offers comprehensive specialty services and cutting-edge cardiac care programs.
Our Cardiac Critical Care Unit (CCU) provides 24/7, high-acuity care to patients with complex cardiovascular conditions, including acute coronary syndromes, cardiogenic shock, advanced heart failure, life-threatening arrhythmias, and post–cardiac intervention or surgical recovery. We are committed to delivering evidence-based, multidisciplinary care in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Position Summary
The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) in the Cardiac Critical Care Unit will deliver high-quality, evidence-based care to critically ill adult cardiac patients. The APP will function as an integral member of the cardiac critical care team, collaborating closely with intensivists, cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, residents, nurses, respiratory therapists, and ancillary staff.
This role offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your license in a dynamic, high-acuity environment while contributing to innovation, quality improvement, and excellence in cardiac critical care.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Care
Perform comprehensive assessments and ongoing management of critically ill cardiac patients in the CCU
Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans for complex cardiovascular conditions
Order, interpret, and act upon diagnostic studies including labs, EKGs, imaging, and hemodynamic monitoring
Manage invasive and non-invasive ventilation strategies
Titrate vasoactive medications, inotropes, and antiarrhythmics under established protocols
Assist with and/or perform bedside procedures within scope of practice
Provide post–cardiac catheterization, post-PCI, and post–cardiothoracic surgery management
Collaboration & Communication
Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds
Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding plan of care and clinical status
Collaborate with attending physicians to ensure continuity of care and adherence to best practices
Facilitate safe transitions of care within and beyond the CCU
Quality & Professional Development
Maintain timely and accurate documentation in the electronic medical record
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and cardiac care performance metrics
Contribute to department education, mentorship, and evidence-based practice initiatives
Engage in ongoing professional development and continuing education
Qualifications
Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
Current New York State license as an NP or PA
National board certification as an NP or PA
BLS and ACLS certifications required; CCRN strongly preferred
Minimum 1–2 years of critical care, cardiac ICU, or acute care experience preferred
DEA license required or eligibility prior to start date
Strong clinical decision-making skills in high-acuity environments
Excellent communication, teamwork, and leadership abilities
Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
Comprehensive benefits package
Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
Supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven work environment
Access to advanced cardiac technologies and innovative care programs
DEA reimbursement
Salary Range
USD $74.67 - USD $93.00 /Hr.
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Worksite address
west islip, NY, 11795, US
Who can apply
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