Cardiovascular Advanced Practice Clinician

2 weeks ago


Houston, Texas, United States Memorial Hermann Health System Full time

At Memorial Hermann, we are dedicated to a shared mission of providing exceptional, efficient healthcare while fostering remarkable experiences for every individual in our community.

We believe that every member of our community includes our staff.
We understand that when our team members feel valued, heard, and cared for, they are motivated to create moments that surpass expectations, all while emphasizing safety, compassion, personalization, and efficiency.

If you are looking to elevate your career and play a role in our vision of building healthier communities for today and future generations, we invite you to join our team.

Position Overview

This role is responsible for delivering comprehensive patient care through systematic evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, management, and in-hospital follow-up, directly impacting patient care throughout the disease continuum in accordance with the Texas Nurse Practice Act and Memorial Hermann Health System Standards of Care.

Job Responsibilities

Advanced Practice Provider:
Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery, Full-Time/Nights
*AGACNP or PA Required (No FNP)

  • 3 x 12-hour shifts (7 PM - 7 AM) - compensated for 40 hours
*Minimum one weekend per month (Saturday & Sunday); opportunities may exist to cover additional weekends for vacations
*New Graduate APPs with substantial CV ICU RN experience will be considered
Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Graduate of a Nurse Practitioner Program accredited by the State of Texas

or

Graduate of an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Program accredited by the State of Texas if the area of intended practice is Trauma; a Master's degree in Nursing is preferred.

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner with a minimum of two (2) years' experience in palliative care or hospice; or Family Nurse Practitioner with Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (ACHPN) certification, or post-master's certificate in Palliative Care required if the area of intended practice is Palliative Care/Supportive Medicine.


Licenses/Certifications:
Current State of Texas license to practice professional nursing
Certification by the American Nurse Credentialing Center

or

National Certification Center in the area of specialty

or

the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

or

the American Certification of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification
Certified in Basic Life Support; current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

or

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

or

Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
Certified in ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) if the area of practice is Trauma within six months of hire date
Experience/Knowledge/Skills:
Two (2) years of clinical nursing experience in the area of intended practice
Key Responsibilities

Conducts assessments, triage, and therapeutic management of patient and family needs throughout the disease process as a vital part of an interdisciplinary team, according to the age and needs of the patient/population served; operates under the authority and supervision of the attending physician in accordance with regulations, hospital policy, protocols, guidelines, and clinical pathways.

Obtains medical histories; performs physical examinations; reviews and orders diagnostic tests and radiographic results; formulates and manages patient treatment plans and outcomes; provides interventions including, but not limited to, arterial line placement, central line placement (internal jugular or femoral lines), pulmonary artery catheter placement, lumbar puncture, intubations, chest tube removal, and thoracentesis; collaborates with interdisciplinary teams during rounds.

Contributes to the development and evaluation of patient care.
Updates clinical guidelines, protocols, and pathways; works independently and accepts accountability for outcomes; signs orders in accordance with institutional and state board requirements; collaborates in research and educational projects and applies research to practice.

Utilizes interpersonal and verbal communication skills to educate patients and families on care and available resources; participates in process improvement and multidisciplinary clinical outcome enhancement activities utilizing advanced nursing expertise.

Ensures safe care for patients, staff, and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary constraints, including time management, supply management, productivity, and quality of service.

Encourages individual professional growth and development by fulfilling requirements for mandatory and continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals that contribute to the organization's success; serves as a preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.

Demonstrates a commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized, and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
Other duties as assigned.



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