Cardiothoracic ICU Acute Care Nurse Practitioner / Physician AssistantFull-Time | Advanced Practice ProviderEast Jefferson General Hospital - LCMC HealthPosition OverviewWe are seeking a
full-time Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our highly specialized
Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU) at East Jefferson General Hospital.
Program HighlightsYou'll support a diverse and complex cardiac case mix with large mechanical support, including:
- Open Heart Surgery
- Heart and Lung Transplant
- Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs)
- 12 hour shifts Day/night rotation
In this role, you will function as an advanced clinician providing comprehensive, evidence-based care to complex, critically ill cardiothoracic patients. You will work collaboratively with physicians, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care across the continuum.
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical Assessment & Decision-Making- Assess acutely and critically ill patients, identifying urgent and emergent conditions
- Analyze clinical data to recognize physiologic instability and guide treatment decisions
- Formulate and implement plans of care for complex acute and chronic conditions
Clinical Interventions- Perform advanced therapeutic interventions within approved scope of practice and credentialed privileges
- Evaluate indications, contraindications, risks, benefits, and outcomes of interventions
- Respond rapidly to changes in patient condition to optimize outcomes
Plan of Care Management- Evaluate, modify, and document care plans based on patient response
- Coordinate transitions of care across levels and settings
- Incorporate health promotion, injury prevention, and patient safety principles into all care plans
Education & Collaboration- Serve as an educational resource for patients, families, nursing staff, and provider teams
- Act as a consultant and collaborator within a multidisciplinary environment
Professional Development & Leadership- Participate in scholarly activities, research, and quality improvement initiatives
- Maintain all required competencies and pursue ongoing professional development
- Serve as a preceptor and mentor for nurses, APPs, students, and other healthcare professionals
Patient Safety & Quality- Demonstrate a strong commitment to patient safety and quality improvement
- Speak up about safety concerns and participate in system-based reporting
- Share accountability for maintaining a culture of safe, high-reliability care
QualificationsEducation- Master's degree in Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Studies
Licensure & Certification- Active, unrestricted Louisiana Acute NP or Physician Assistant license (or temporary permit)
- Active DEA registration and Louisiana Controlled Dangerous Substance license
- American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certification
Why East Jefferson General Hospital?- Highly respected CTICU with a strong team-based culture
- Opportunities to practice at the top of your license with meaningful clinical impact
- Supportive leadership committed to professional growth and work-life balance
- Part of LCMC Health, a locally owned, community-focused healthcare system
WORK SHIFT: Variable Hours (United States of America)
