Albany Medical Center·Albany, New York
Provide comprehensive care to critically ill cardiothoracic patients in the ICU and serve as a surgical assistant during complex cardiac procedures. Manage the full patient lifecycle from preoperative consults to postoperative discharge planning and daily rounds.
We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) to join our high-performing Cardiac Surgery team. This full-time position offers a unique opportunity to work in a high-acuity surgical and intensive care setting. Nonsurgical positions are also available if you are not interested in working in the operating room.
$138,963 - $162,123 Primary Responsibilities: Cardiac Surgery & ICU Responsibilities: Provide care to critically ill patients in the Cardiothoracic ICU, including those on ECMO, Impella, IABP, and CRRT. Serve as first and second assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures, including: Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Valve Replacement Acute Aortic Dissection Endoscopic vein and radial artery harvesting using VirtuoSaph (Terumo) and Vasoview (Gentige) systems. Perform bedside procedures: Thoracentesis, central/arterial line placement, hemodialysis line placement, chest tube insertion/removal. Temporary pacing wire removal and other advanced interventions. Manage preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative care, including consults and discharge planning. Conduct daily rounds, write progress notes, and lead care coordination efforts. Collaborate closely with cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, anesthesiologists, and nursing teams to ensure high-quality outcomes. General Inpatient Medical Management: Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and physical exams. Order and interpret laboratory and imaging tests; develop and adjust treatment plans accordingly. Prescribe medications and therapies based on current clinical guidelines. Participate in the care of patients on inpatient consult services, including those admitted under Surgery, Medicine, Trauma, Pediatrics, and Ob/Gyn who require Cardiac Surgery consultation. Support emergency and inpatient assessments, triage decisions, and follow-ups. Educate patients and families about procedures, recovery expectations, and health management strategies. Clinical Leadership & Support: Serve as a clinical resource and team leader during shifts to ensure efficient workflow and high standards of care. Ensure accurate documentation, coding, and billing practices. Maintain inventory of medical supplies, prepare patients for procedures, and ensure a safe, organized clinical environment. Work Schedule: 24/7 in-house coverage of Cardiac Surgery Service utilizing 24-hour shifts. Flexibility for 8 or 10-hour shifts based on clinical demand. Required Skills and Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program with current board certification. Active New York State NP/PA license and prescriptive authority. Active RNFA Certification for NP applications 2 years’ experience in a surgical or hospital-based acute care setting. Skilled in ICU management and invasive bedside procedures preferred. Strong knowledge of anatomy, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and medical-surgical care. Excellent clinical judgment, teamwork, and communication skills. Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System! Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification. Albany Medical Center is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York’s Capital Region and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees. Albany Medical Center offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer outstanding employee benefits including: · Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers · A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing Anchored in the state’s historic capital city, Albany Medical Center offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the region’s largest hospital, only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and only children’s hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College. Albany Medical Center, along with Columbia Memorial Health, Glens Falls Hospital, Saratoga Hospital, and the Visiting Nurses, form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties.
Requires a board-certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with a valid New York State license and prescriptive authority. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in a surgical or acute care setting, with RNFA certification required for NPs.
Market context
Advanced-practice roles in New York often reflect steady demand in settings that need licensed NPs who can work across clinical workflows and documentation. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for a master’s-prepared nurse practitioner with current BCLS and ATLS certification, plus strong computerized medical recordkeeping skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit before applying, since they are pulled from the original job description to save research time.
