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Orlando Health

Advanced Practice Provider, OHMG ORMC Cardiac Critical Care

Orlando Health, Orlando, Florida, us, 32885


Position Summary

Department:

OHMG Orlando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) Cardiac Critical CareStatus:

Full Time

Shift:

Hybrid (Days/ Nights)Title:

Advanced Practice Provider, APP, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant, ARNP, NP, PA, PAC

ORLANDO HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP (OHMG)

Orlando Health Medical Group is a comprehensive physician group serving patients from across the southeastern United States. With more than 200 practices and 1,200 physicians, Orlando Health Medical Group has a strong representation in over 55 specialties, including cardiology, vascular medicine, orthopedics, oncology, digestive health, neurology, neurosurgery, bariatric surgery, general surgery, bone marrow transplant and critical care medicine, as well as more than 30 pediatric subspecialties, women's health, primary care and the largest hospitalist program in Florida.

Orlando Health Medical Group is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida's east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, our 27,000+ team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve.

Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible, so that you can be present for your passions.

"Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work" is not just something we say, it's our promise to you.

The OHMG Cardiac Critical Care team is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Cardiac ICU team at Orlando Regional Medical Center. The ideal candidate will possess advanced clinical expertise and a comprehensive understanding of complex cardiac conditions, including cardiogenic shock, mechanical circulatory support (MCS), left ventricular assist devices (LVAD), extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), and cardiac surgery pre- and post-operative care. As an APP in our Cardiac ICU, you will play a crucial role in managing critically ill patients with severe cardiac conditions, delivering high-quality care, and supporting a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

Provides direct clinical services for critically ill patients according to established protocols and utilizes evidence-based clinical practice standardsAssess, diagnose, and manage patients with acute cardiac conditions, including cardiogenic shock, MCS devices, LVAD, and ECMO.Provide comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients.Monitor and interpret diagnostic tests and data, including echocardiograms, lab results, and hemodynamic monitoring.Prescribes medication using evidence-based medicine and clinical judgement, manage vasopressors and inotropic support for critically ill patientsDevelop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with the advanced heart failure, cardiology, and cardiac surgery teams.Perform procedures such as central line insertion, PAC insertion, arterial line placement, intubation, chest tubes, paracentesis, thoracentesis, etc.Participate in daily rounds and contribute to care planning and decision-making processes.Performs advanced cardiac life support. In a medical emergency, the nurse practitioner will act on behalf of the supervising medical staff member to maintain life support until a licensed physician arrives to manage the patientCommunicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team regarding patient status, treatment plans, and discharge planning.Stay current with advancements in cardiac critical care and integrate new knowledge into clinical practice.Embodies professionalism through conduct, appearance, communication, mutual respect, ethical decision making and leadership skills.Demonstrates responsibility for professional practice through active participation in professional organizations and continuing educationMaintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and proceduresQualifications

Education/Training

Nurse Practitioner

MN or MSN or DNP or PhD or DNS degree in nursing.Physician Assistant

Graduate of accredited physician assistant program.Licensure/Certification

Nurse Practitioner

APRN license in the state of Florida.After July 1, 2006, licensure applicants are required to have national advanced certification from an approved nursing specialty board.Maintains current BLS certification.Physician Assistant

Maintain current physician assistant licensure in State of Florida.Maintain current BLS/healthcare certification.Experience

Advanced clinical expertise and a comprehensive understanding of complex cardiac conditions, including but not limited to:

Cardiogenic shockMechanical circulatory support (MCS)Left ventricular assist devices (LVAD)Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)Cardiac surgery pre- and post-operative care.