AHMG Advanced Cardiac Surgical Unit Cardiovascular Transplant & ECMO – APRN or PA

AdventHealth Medical Group

Opportunities in the Advanced Cardiac Surgical Unit (ECMO Unit)

ACSU APP Medical Director

Nurse Practitioner, ARNP or Physician Assistant, PA-C

Full Time Position

About the Role

Adventhealth is a leading provider of high-quality, patient-centered care. We are seeking an experienced and passionate APP Medical Director to drive clinical excellence, empower our advanced practice providers, and shape the future of our clinical operations. The ACSU APP Medical Director will lead development and performance improvement for all NPs and PAs within the ACSU.

Duties and Responsibilities: The APP would be expected to complete the following under physician direction and within the credentialing standards of the Hospital:

• Assess patients for changes in condition and institutes appropriate interventions, including initiation of necessary emergency care.

• Procedures performed but not limited to: Chest Tubes, arterial catheters, central venous catheters, pulmonary artery catheters, airway management, and defibrillation

• Participates and assists with the pre-, peri-, and postoperative management of the cardiac transplant, VAD, MCS, and ECMO patients

• Performs and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical research.

Schedule Details:

• The shifts will include nights and weekends, as well as holiday rotation.

• 5 PM to 5 AM (night)

• 14 (12-hour) shifts required per month

Experience and Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Studies or Nursing with Acute Care Certification (Required)

• Experience in a tertiary CVICU

• Experience with heart and lung transplant patients, LVADs, Circulatory Assist Devices (ECMO, impellas, IABP), CABG’s (highly preferred)

• Board Certification through NCCPA, ANCC or AACN

• BLS, ACLS, CALS, FCCS, certifications or eligible

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, patients, and the public.

• Strong communication skills

Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life.

• Generous sign on bonus

• Relocation Assistance

• Competitive salary with annual incentive and extra shift potential

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution

• CME allowance

• Occurrence Based Malpractice

• First day health insurance with extremely low healthcare premiums

• Paid Leave days

Start your life-changing journey today!