Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgery (Non-OR)

University of Minnesota Physicians Minneapolis, MN 55455, US

$150,753 - $193,551 / year

University of Minnesota Physicians is seeking a Certified Nurse Practitioner or a Certified Physician Assistant to join our Cardiothoracic Surgery Team, primarily at University of Minnesota Medical Center.

In This Role, You Will:

Cover inpatient ICU and step-down units as well as outpatient clinic
Provide care to patients with cardiac conditions, ranging from the routine to the complex (such as end-stage heart failure and transplant). Our specialists provide comprehensive surgical expertise. Valve repair for aortic and mitral valve pathology is commonly performed, employing innovative techniques of leaflet excision, chordal replacement, annuloplasty, and valve resuspension.
Provide and coordinate surgical care for adults with selected cardiothoracic diseases throughout the course of evaluation and treatment, including hospital admission, surgical intervention, inpatient care, consultations, and discharge planning. This includes clinic follow-up, providing information to referring physicians and institutions, and patient /family education.
Provide and coordinate continuity of care between the hospital floor setting, operating room, and clinic. This individual must show commitment to exemplary patient care.
Share responsibility for assessment and management of patient in cardiothoracic surgical services. Write admission and daily notes, order and direct discharge planning and follow up.
Work to improve the quality of care and to decrease length of stay on the inpatient service. Obtain patient histories, perform physical and psychological health assessments, provide patient and family education and counseling, ensure continuity of health care services.
Provide direct management of postoperative care in the clinical settings of the ICU, step-down units, and wards including removing chest tubes, drains and temporary pacemaker wires.

Schedule:

1.0 FTE
Four 10 hour day shifts, varying days, Monday -Friday
Holiday rotation; 1:4 weekend rotation
Additional rounding at Southdale or HCMC as daily needs dictate
No call

We’re Looking For a PA or NP Who Is:

A graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or formal Adult Nurse Practitioner training program.
Eligible or is certified through NCCPA, ANCC or AANP.
Licensed or eligible to acquire a license and prescriptive authority through the MN Board of Medical Practice (PAs) or MN APRN license or eligible to acquire a license and prescriptive authority through MN Board of Nursing (NP’s).
Able to meet threshold criteria/qualifications for credentialing and privileges.

What Could Set You Apart?

Previous ICU, Cardiothoracic Surgery or Cardiology experience is preferred
A willingness and interest to learn and work in ICU settings.
Motivation, a history of leadership, emphasis on teamwork
Interest in process improvement

What We Offer

We're proud to offer competitive compensation and a market-leading benefits package to support our employees and their families.

The full-time salary range is $150,753 - $193,551 commensurate with practice experience and may also include incentive compensation or additional specialty-specific compensation components. Salary prorated based on FTE.

Your total compensation is further enhanced by a robust benefits package that supports your physical, mental, and financial well-being. Highlights include:

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance including a vision discount plan.

Substantial 401K employer contribution

Generous flexible time off

Well-being program including an annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services.

Allowance for CE, license, board certification, and DEA fees.

Disability, accident, life, and malpractice insurance.

As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we are a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Additional information on our benefits can be found here.

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University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non-profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non-clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine. Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,500 physicians, 500 advanced practice providers, and 200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond.

Join us on a mission to advance medicine.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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