Apr 14, 2025

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner (APRN) - St.Vincent's Cardiac Surgery (Cardiovascular ICU/Stepdown)

Full time

Job Description

Advanced Practice Provider – St. Vincent’s Cardiac Surgery (Cardiovascular ICU/Stepdown) Hartford HealthCare – Heart & Vascular Institute

Hartford HealthCare’s nationally recognized Heart & Vascular Institute is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join the Department of Cardiac Surgery. This award-winning program is celebrated for its excellence in Cardiac Surgery, innovative care, and superior patient outcomes.

About the Opportunity:

Join our rapidly growing Cardiac Surgery Team and become a vital member of the Cardiac Surgery Team. The APP will deliver expert, compassionate care to patients in the Cardiac Surgery ICU and step-down unit.

Responsibilities include:

· Inpatient pre-operative consultation and management.

· Post-operative care management-from admission to ICU through discharge.

· Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of teamwork and communication to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

· Managing multiple patients with varied critical illness- performing comprehensive physical assessments, interpretation of diagnostic results hemodynamic/ventilator management.

· Performing invasive procedures such as central venous and arterial line placement, IABP removal, chest tube placement, basic suturing

· Providing patient and family education, ensuring a clear understanding of the surgical process and post operative recovery.

Schedule :

· Full time, salaried position. Three-13-hour shifts per week with day/night rotation. Requires rotation on weekends and holidays.

· Potential for permanent night schedule for interested candidates.

· This position is eligible for shift, weekend and holiday differentials.

· Opportunities for over-standard pay.

Benefits:

· This role offers a dynamic and highly specialized surgical environment, where APPs are integral and respected members of the advanced cardiac surgical team.

· Market-leading compensation, premium shift differentials, benefits, and generous paid time off.

· Paid CME time off and yearly CME expense stipend. Reimbursement for professional licenses, board certifications and dues.

· Enhanced Tuition Assistance and Higher Education Partnerships.

· Voluntary benefits include student loan programs, home, auto, renters’ insurance, identity theft protection, legal services, pet insurance and more.

· Employee discount programs and colleague assistance programs offering resources and information for personal and work-life issues.

· Family care benefits through Care.com include emergency care benefits for children, adults and pets.

Why Join Us?:

At Hartford HealthCare, we are committed to supporting providers and their professional development. Our program offers:

o Comprehensive Training and Mentorship: A robust onboarding process and ongoing professional development tailored to cardiac surgical care.

o Career Growth Opportunities: Access to leadership development programs and a culture that fosters innovation and professional advancement.

o World-Class Resources: Cutting-edge technology and state-of-the-art facilities within an award-winning cardiac surgery program.

Qualifications

· Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (APRN)

· 1+ year experience in cardiovascular or thoracic surgery preferred but not required.

· Eligible for licensure in the State of Connecticut.

· Strong clinical, organizational, and communication skills.

· A commitment to excellence in intraoperative care and patient outcomes.

About Hartford HealthCare’s Heart & Vascular Institute:

The Heart & Vascular Institute at Hartford Hospital is a national leader in advanced cardiac care, offering innovative treatments, groundbreaking research, and superior outcomes.

Join a team that values expertise, compassion, and collaboration, where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on patient’s lives and your professional growth will thrive.6559695857610910?sf=8CU00