Advanced Practice Provider (ICU - Nights)

Beth Israel Lahey Health

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Quick overview

The APP is responsible for the assessment, admission, stabilization, and ongoing management of ICU patients under the direction of an Intensivist. Key duties include performing diagnostic procedures, managing treatment plans, and coordinating patient discharge.

Requirements summary

Requires a Bachelor's degree and completion of a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program with a valid state license. ACLS certification is required, along with the ability to perform heavy physical work.

bachelor degreeprofessional certificatepostgraduate degreePatient AssessmentEMR DocumentationPhlebotomyQuality ImprovementInterdisciplinary CollaborationEKGPatient CounselingDifferential DiagnosisICU ManagementCentral Venous Line InsertionArterial Line InsertionClinical Stabilization

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Summary: Reporting to the Medical Director of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) the APP serves as a key clinical provider and team member in the treatment and management of Intensive Care Unit patients.
They practice under the direction of the Medical Director of the ICU and other Intensivists in a manner consistent with both the Massachusetts Board and hospital policy.
The APP will also work collaboratively with surgeons and/or Hospitalists on the medical-surgical floor.
The APP is primarily responsible for the assessment, admission, stabilization, and ongoing management of patients in the ICU under the direction of the Intensivist.

Job Description

Essential Responsibilities: In collaboration with the physician completes pre-admission history and physical examination. Ensures that all requisite testing is completed. Coordinates elements of the treatment plan and assesses, evaluates and documents patient progress. Reviews patient care management issues with the Intensivist. Consults with appropriate resources as needed. Reviews results of laboratory and other diagnostic tests and formulates an interpretation. Performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures including but not limited to: Insertion or removal of central venous lines, insertion of nasogastric tubes or other enteral feeding tubes, insertion of arterial lines, bladder catheterization, phlebotomy and IV insertion, and electrocardiograms. Enters orders for the initial ICU admission and subsequent ICU care. Is responsible for making daily rounds on patients alone and/or with intensivist or surgical team; report findings to attending physician. Places orders in the EMR. Is responsible for preparing patients for discharge and completing documentation for same. Participates in discharge conferences as appropriate/necessary. Completes patient care referrals and coordination of care as necessary. Participates in the quality improvement/quality assurance program. May be responsible for communicating patient hospital summary directly to referring physician. Educates, instructs and counsels patients and families. Provides psychological, emotional and informational support to patients and families. Communicates patients' needs to appropriate team members. Collaborates and communicates effectively and establishes good rapport with all levels of personnel. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in any field of study and completion of either a 2-year PA or NP Program required. License Nurse Practitioner License required., or Registration Physician Assistant License required., and Certificate 1 Advanced Cardiac Life Support required. 0-1 years related work experience required. Demonstrated analytical abilities and strong interpretative skills for integrating information from the patient history, physical exam and diagnostic data to be able to formulate a differential diagnosis and subsequent treatment plan for patients in both elective and emergent situations. Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.

Benefits

Comprehensive Compensation
Balanced Life Support

Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of concepts, practices and policies with the ability to use them in complex varied situations.
Team
Work: Ability to act as a team leader for small projects or work groups, creating a collaborative and respectful team environment and improving workflows. Results may impact the operations of one or more departments.
Customer
Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service and staff training to meet customer service standards and expectations for the assigned unit(s). Resolves service issues in the assigned unit(s) in a timely and respectful manner.
Age based
Competencies: Employees in this job must be competent to provide patient care to the following age groups:
Young adult: 16-30 years,
Middle
Age: 30 - 60 years,
Elderly: 60 -.
Physical
Nature of the
Job:
Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 50 pounds of force frequently. Work is physically demanding and requires extended periods of standing and/or moving.
Pay
Range: $70,200.00 USD - $114,600.00 USD The pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.

Advanced Practice Provider (ICU - Nights)

Advanced Practice Provider (ICU - Nights)

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