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Benefits from Day One
PTO & CME Allocation
Malpractice Insurance (Incl. Tail)
Tuition Reimbursement
On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
Educational Stipend
Certification reimbursement (up to 1 certification)
Referral Rewards
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will provide care within the Cardiac Surgery Department. The APP assumes the management of cardiac surgery patients, functioning in an independent and collaborative role with the surgeons and other health care team members. Ensures that care delivered to patients is provided according to the mission, strategic plans and all internal/external regulations, policies, and procedures. Practices within the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation Nurse Practice Act . Supports the established care models.
Manage caseload of patients undergoing Cardiovascular and Thoracic surgery procedures including complex aortic surgery, lung and heart transplantation, ventricular assist device, and ECMO.
Exercise autonomous decision making in the assessment, diagnosis, and initiation of medical treatments.
The scope of practice includes daily management of patients in CVICU and telemetry floor, discharge planning, patient education, family education, staff education, and quality improvement projects.
Responsible for planning, organizing, and directing patient care efforts in collaboration with medical and surgical physicians and other team members
Evaluates the health status, acute episodes of illness, and health care needs of individuals through emphasis on comprehensive history, physical exam, and psychosocial assessment and accurately presents and documents in medical record.
Designs and evaluates individualized treatment plan. Consults with other members of the health care team on emergent problems for rapid disposition/resolution.
Coordinates care for optimal continuity of care across the health care continuum.
Facilitates patient/family participation in health care by identifying learning needs and providing specialized education to enhance decision making.
Exhibits professionalism by performing research, education, and leadership in clinical practice.
Qualifications:
APN
Required: Masters of Science in Nursing
Current State of Illinois RN and APN licensure
Certified as a Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurse’s Credentialing Center or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
Ability to qualify for Illinois and DEA prescribing numbers
BLS and ACLS certification
PA
Required: Masters Degree
Graduate of an approved physician's Assistant program.
Hold a certificate issued by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
Pass the Physicians Assistants National Certifying Examination.
Hold an unencumbered Illinois Physician's Assistant license.
Complete all requirements (CEU's and passing exam every 6 years) to have an active license.
Required: 2 years ICU experience with cardiac surgery focus
Preferred: 3-5 years critical care experience
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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.