MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

Inpatient Cardiac Surgery APP

Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program.
  • RN First Assistant program certification required for nurse practitioner applicants.
  • Previous experience in cardiac surgery or a surgical/acute care setting is strongly preferred.
  • Strong commitment to teamwork and clinical excellence in cardiovascular care.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver evidence-based patient care.

Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive inpatient care with a focus on pre- and post-operative management.
  • Collaborate with surgeons, physicians, and advanced practice providers to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Engage in continuous improvement initiatives within cardiac surgery practices.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of innovative care strategies.
  • Ensure adherence to clinical protocols and evidence-based guidelines.

Benefits

  • Full-time position with a commitment of 36 hours per week.
  • Day shift schedule, allowing for work-life balance during daytime hours.
Full Job Description
MedStar Union Memorial Hospital is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Cardiac Surgery team. As part of the MedStar Heart & Vascular Institute, you'll contribute to advancing cardiovascular care on both a regional and national level. Through innovative clinical research, state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, and cutting-edge treatments, we remain committed to delivering patient-centered care every step of the way. We are looking for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Cardiac Surgery team at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital. We're helping move cardiovascular care forward regionally and nationally through our MedStar Heart & Vascular Institute, with clinical research, better diagnostic tools, and advanced treatments that are always patient focused. This role will be inpatient. Primarily the duties of the role will be pre and post op care and determining plan of care. This is a 40 hour role; 4- ten hour shifts. The ideal candidate will have background experience in Cardiac surgery or a surgical setting. Qualifications: - Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner certificate program required - Current national certification from the National Commission on the Certification of Physician Assistants. - Two of years' experience as a practitioner preferred. - Demonstrated effective communication skills. - Demonstrated effective problem-solving skills. - Current Maryland licensure. - Certified in CPR, ACLS required. For more information on our Cardiac care team click below: https://www.medstarhealth.org/info/care/mhvi-heart-and-vascular This position has a hiring range of USD $115,003.00 - USD $189,999.00 /Yr.

About MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is a medical facility located in Clinton, Maryland. It is a 192-bed acute care hospital that provides a range of services including emergency care, cardiology, cancer care, orthopedics, and women's health. The hospital is part of the MedStar Health system, which is the largest healthcare provider in Maryland and the Washington, D.C. region. MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to its patients and improving the health of the communities it serves.
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