Advanced Practice Provider, Cardiac Surgery Critical Care-Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center

Job Description

The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) will join the Cardiac Surgery Critical Care Department and work collaboratively with cardiac surgeons, intensivists, nurses, and other members of the multidisciplinary team to deliver exceptional care to patients undergoing complex cardiac surgical procedures.

The APP is responsible for the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of cardiac surgery patients throughout their postoperative recovery. This role includes caring for patients in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) and Cardiac PACU, performing invasive bedside procedures, and participating in the management of critically ill patients recovering from open-heart surgery.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Evaluate and manage postoperative cardiac surgery patients in the CVICU and Cardiac PACU.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including history, physical examination, diagnosis, and treatment planning.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests, imaging studies, and laboratory results.
• Prescribe medications and therapeutic interventions in accordance with scope of practice and clinical protocols.
• Collaborate with cardiac surgeons, intensivists, and interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
• Provide ongoing management of cardiac surgical critical care patients and respond to changes in patient condition.
• Perform bedside procedures, including:
  • Arterial line placement
  • Central venous catheter placement
  • Chest tube insertion
  • Suturing and wound management
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as clinically indicated.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, quality initiatives, and patient safety efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Master's degree required.
• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.

Experience

• Minimum of 1-2 years of Cardiac Surgery Critical Care experience required.
• Experience managing postoperative cardiac surgery patients and performing arterial and central line placement preferred.

Licensure/Certifications

• Current New Jersey NP or PA license required.
• DEA, BLS, and ACLS certifications required.
• NCCPA certification and PANCE completion required for Physician Assistants.

Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:

Team Member Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On-Site Childcare
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.

About the Team

Atlantic Health System Heart Care provides the same high-quality cardiovascular care found at other nationally recognized medical centers, but in the comfort of community hospital settings. Home to the largest cardiac surgery program in New Jersey and ranked one of the 50 best hospitals in the nation for cardiology & heart surgery by US News & World Report, Morristown Medical Center's Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute serves as the hub of Atlantic Health System Heart Care. Patients from Chilton Medical Center, Hackettstown Medical Center, Newton Medical Center, and Overlook Medical Center are seamlessly connected to Morristown when advanced cardiovascular care is necessary thanks to an infrastructure that includes helipads and ambulance transport and an electronic health record system that allows physicians to share health records in real time. In addition, pediatric cardiology services are available at Goryeb Children's Hospital, located on the Morristown Medical Center campus.