ICU - Advanced Practice Provider; APP​/PA​/NP​/Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery

ICU Day - Advanced Practice Provider (APP)/(PA/NP)/ Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery - Open Rank

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department:
Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Title:

ICU - Day NP/PA

Open Rank - Instructor, Sr. Instructor

Position # - Requisition # 37793

• Evaluate and manage critically ill patients on the cardiothoracic surgery services lines while in the ICU, including detailed history, physical, chart review, documentation, and care plan.
• Evaluate and manage patients with urgent or emergent complaints in conjunction with the surgical team and intensivist.
• Perform comprehensive assessments, develop differential diagnoses, and initiate management plans for critically ill postoperative cardiac and thoracic patients.
• Independently manage ventilators, vasoactive medications, ECMO, and temporary mechanical circulatory devices under the supervision of CTICU intensivists or cardiothoracic surgeons.
• Perform credentialed procedures such as central line placement, arterial line insertion, chest tube management, IABP management, bronchoscopy, and more.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and actively contribute to care planning and coordination.
• Monitor patients' progress, interpret lab/imaging results, and adjust treatments accordingly.
• Document all assessments, procedures, and care plans accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams regarding care goals, interventions, and expected outcomes.
• Participate in research activities, including identifying patients for open clinical trials and facilitating their participation.
• Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested.
• Maintain competency and enhance professional growth through continuing education, conferences, and seminars; attend mandatory training.
• Participate in quality improvement activities; assist in maintaining compliance with JCAHO accreditation and other regulatory standards.
• Support and uphold organizational policies, procedures, and objectives related to quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control.
• Participate in the application process and development of a Center of Excellence designation as required.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrate collaboration, excellent communication, and teamwork across disciplines.

Work Location:

Onsite

• Medical:
  Multiple plan options
• Dental:
  Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance:
  Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan:
  Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off:
  Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit:
  Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass:
  Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

Minimum Qualifications:

• Instructor:
  • Current license to practice as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
  • Must be eligible for certification with independent prescriptive authority.
• Sr. Instructor:
  • Experience as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Prior APP experience in a CT ICU setting
  • 4 years work experience aligned with position requirements

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with a diverse patient population
• Ability to maintain quality control standards
• Knowledge of professional medical and surgical practice in cardiothoracic surgery to evaluate patient care

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of organizational policies, regulations and procedures to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Skill in applying and modifying principles of medicine and surgery to provide ongoing patient care.
• Skill in taking medical history, assessing medical condition and interpreting findings.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining records, writing reports, and responding to correspondence.
• Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance.
• Skill…