CICU Nurse Practitioner

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner – Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is currently seeking a Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) Nurse Practitioner with Pediatric Acute Care certification to join our nationally recognized Heart Institute. This role provides advanced practice care to critically ill cardiac patients across the lifespan, from newborns to adults, in a highly specialized and collaborative environment. PRN Day/Night rotation required. Compensation Expected Starting Salary Range: Minimum $54.90/hour – Midpoint $70.76/hour Expected Starting Pay Range (annualized): $114,192.00 – $146,369.60 (may vary based on FTE status) Compensation is commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity. Background of the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) The CICU is a 36-bed critical care unit within Cincinnati Children’s Heart Institute and the Midwest’s first comprehensive Cardiac Intensive Care Unit. We provide specialized, state-of-the-art care for critically ill patients with congenital and acquired heart disease, including those requiring the most advanced medical and surgical therapies. Key Responsibilities Provide advanced practice care to critically ill cardiac patients in the CICU. Manage complex postoperative cardiothoracic surgical patients. Care for patients requiring ECMO, ventricular assist devices (VADs), and other advanced support. Manage patients with pulmonary hypertension, heart failure, cardiomyopathy, complex arrhythmias, and pre‑ and post‑operative cardiac transplant. Provide care following complex cardiac catheterization and hybrid procedures. Support patients with cardiac disease requiring intensive care for non‑cardiac illnesses or surgeries. Collaborate closely with cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery, critical care, nursing, and allied health teams. Participate in quality improvement, education, and evidence‑based practice initiatives. Job Qualifications Masters degree in a related field (may require clinical license, certification, or training OR Doctorate of Nursing Practice degree). Licensure and certification in accordance with CCHMC Delineation of Privileges. Master’s or Doctoral degree from an accredited Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner program. Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner certification required. Eligibility for or current licensing as an APRN in the state of Ohio. Strong interest in cardiac critical care; prior CICU or cardiac experience required. Location & Schedule Primary Location: Burnet Campus Schedule: Part time Shift: Rotating (United States of America) Department: APP Heart Institute–Inpatient Employee Status: Stand By

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