Critical Care APP (Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant) - ICU

Location

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110



Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

We are seeking a dedicated Critical Care APP Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team. This Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider position is eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus and $5,000 relocation reimbursement, which will be discussed with interviewed candidates. In addition, hires are eligible for additional compensation bonuses tied to productivity and retention. These positions offer billable hours, shift and holiday differential, and monthly bonuses.

Position Details:

· Full-time (average 40 hours per week).

· Schedule consists of an average of (3) 12-13 hour shifts per week to include up to 50% nights, weekends, holidays, and paid call.

· Flexible scheduling options may be available, including weekend and/or night shift-only options with additional incentives.

· Eligibility for a recurring retention bonus given after 12 months of employment and every 2 years thereafter.

· Monthly bonus (including productivity and shift differential).

· Annual bonus.

· Referral bonus.

The advanced practice provider will be employed by the Department of Anesthesiology within WashU Medicine, a top ranked medical school in the country. The APP will work at Barnes-Jewish Hospital, a nationally recognized Magnet center and ranked among the nation’s best hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, and/or affiliated BJC community hospitals, and telemedicine.

Opportunities include cardiothoracic ICU, surgical/burn/trauma ICU, combined medical/surgical ICUs, and telemedicine. ICU work locations will be determined based on the applicant's experience and professional interests.

Will practice as an independent provider in collaboration with a fellowship trained intensivist within diverse, skilled, inter-professional critical care teams. The environment is challenging and rewarding and allows the APP the opportunity to practice to the fullest extent of their scope of practice.

The Advanced Practice Provider (Critical Care) provides advanced care to critically ill patients usually in an ICU or Emergency Department or an intensive surgical area required strong procedural skills, critical thinking and the ability to manage high acuity patients independently under the collaboration with an intensivist. Requirements for this role include a master’s or doctoral degree as a Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care certification) or Physician Assistant with concentrated critical care experience or knowledge. Oversees the plan of care ordering tests, medications and treatments for complex conditions.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• •Provides direct patient care to include obtaining patient history, performing patient assessment via observation, interview, and examination.
• •Orders and interprets the full spectrum of diagnostic tests and procedures, including x-ray, electrocardiogram, hemodynamic monitoring, and laboratory tests.
• •Performs critical care ultrasound.
• •Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options, and community resources.
• •Formulates differential diagnoses and diagnoses.
• •Plans, implements, and directs treatment and management of patients with acute, critical, and/or complex conditions and evaluates outcomes of care.
• •Documents patient history, physical examination, assessment, and plans of care in patient medical record.
• •Manages health conditions via prescriptive authority or provides referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.
• •Performs diagnostic or therapeutic interventions consistent with certification and state regulations.
• •Performs invasive procedures commonly utilized in the critical care setting.
• •Bills for professional services as permitted by collaborative practice agreement.
• •Supports 24/7 staffing model, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• •Schedules staff in various critical care settings, including telemedicine.
• •Maintains a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with established clinic/hospital standards.
• •Works in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, and quality assurance programs as well as safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• •Participates in emergency and critical care situations, providing rapid assessment, stabilization, and initiation of treatment for the acutely ill or injured patients.
• •Regularly participates in quality improvement and process improvement activities centered on the goal of providing exceptional, evidence-based patient care. Serves as clinical expert and leadership consultant to nursing.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• •Normal office environment
• •Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
• •Exposure to chemicals
• •Requires protective devices
• •Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements
• •Patient care setting
• •Direct patient care setting

Physical Effort

• •Typically sitting at desk or table
• •Typically standing or walking
• •Typically bending, crouching, stooping
• •Using tools requiring high dexterity
• •Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)

Equipment

• •Office equipment
• •Lab/research equipment
• •Clinical/diagnostic equipment

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Master's degree
• Certifications /Professional Licenses :

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.

• Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) - American Nurses Credentialing Center, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association, Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Certified Nurse Practitioner - American Association of Nurse Practitioners, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Physician Assistant - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Physician Assistant - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Z - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association
• Work Experience:

• No specific work experience is required for this position.
• Skills:

• Not Applicable
• Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

We are seeking a dedicated Critical Care APP Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our team. Below are additional requirements and information based on each role.

Required Qualifications:

Nurse Practitioner

Master of Science in Nursing with emphasis in the Nurse Practitioner program.

Certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or recent completion/anticipated completion of accredited ACNP program.

APRN licensure (or ability to successfully obtain licensure within three months of date of hire).

Active licensure to practice in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, and in good standing (or ability to obtain).

Certain/additional certifications or experience may be necessary based on area of specialty.

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days.

Physician Assistant

Graduate of PA program.

Current PA licensure to practice in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, (or ability to obtain within three months of date of hire).

Certain/addi