Nurse Practitioner or PA - Cardiovascular Surgical ICU (CVSICU)

The Johns Hopkins Hospital Cardiovascular Surgical ICU (CVSICU) is an 18-bed adult surgical intensive care unit. The patient population consists of critically ill patients that have undergone cardiac surgical interventions including, but not limited to, coronary artery bypass, valve replacements and repairs, Type A aortic dissections, heart or lung transplantation, mechanical circulatory support device implantation including LVAD/RVAD (Heartmate© II or III, Heartware, Centrimag), and ECMO (veno-venous and veno-arterial).

Schedule:

• Rotating Shifts (50/50 Days and Nights)
• Including weekends, nights, and holidays
  

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care in the CVSICU/SICU, including assessment, diagnosis, and management of postoperative cardiovascular patients.
• Perform invasive procedures, including but not limited to central line placement, arterial line placement, chest tube removal and pacer wire removal.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to assess, diagnose, and manage critically ill patients in the CVSICU.
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans, and evaluate patient responses to interventions.
• Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding their condition, treatment options, and discharge planning.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research projects to enhance patient care and outcomes in the CVSICU.
  

Qualifications:

• Master's degree as a Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Active, unrestricted ACNP or PA-C license and certification.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience in critical care, preferably in a cardiovascular surgical intensive care unit.
• Ability to work independently and make critical decisions in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Availability to work full-time night shifts.
  

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• Access to the renowned Johns Hopkins network for continued education and professional development.
• Work alongside a world-class team of healthcare professionals at a leading academic medical center.
• For more information on our benefits, please visit Johns Hopkins Hospital Benefits.