Physician Assistant/Acute Nurse Practitioner Cardiothoracic ICU

Cardiothoracic ICU Acute Care Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant – Full‑Time East Jefferson General Hospital – LCMC Health Program Highlights Support a diverse and complex cardiac case mix with large mechanical support, including: Open Heart Surgery Heart and Lung Transplant Ventricular Assist Devices (VADs) 12‑hour shifts, day/night rotation Key Responsibilities Clinical Assessment & Decision‑Making Assess acutely and critically ill patients, identifying urgent and emergent conditions. Analyze clinical data to recognize physiologic instability and guide treatment decisions. Formulate and implement plans of care for complex acute and chronic conditions. Clinical Interventions Perform advanced therapeutic interventions within approved scope of practice and credentialed privileges. Evaluate indications, contraindications, risks, benefits, and outcomes of interventions. Respond rapidly to changes in patient condition to optimize outcomes. Plan of Care Management Evaluate, modify, and document care plans based on patient response. Coordinate transitions of care across levels and settings. Incorporate health promotion, injury prevention, and patient safety principles into all care plans. Education & Collaboration Serve as an educational resource for patients, families, nursing staff, and provider teams. Act as a consultant and collaborator within a multidisciplinary environment. Professional Development & Leadership Participate in scholarly activities, research, and quality improvement initiatives. Maintain all required competencies and pursue ongoing professional development. Serve as a preceptor and mentor for nurses, APPs, students, and other healthcare professionals. Patient Safety & Quality Demonstrate a strong commitment to patient safety and quality improvement. Speak up about safety concerns and participate in system‑based reporting. Share accountability for maintaining a culture of safe, high‑reliability care. Qualifications Education: Master’s degree in Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Studies. Licensure & Certification: Active, unrestricted Louisiana Acute NP or PA license (or temporary permit). Active DEA registration and Louisiana Controlled Dangerous Substance license. American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certification. Why East Jefferson General Hospital? Highly respected CTICU with a strong team‑based culture. Opportunities to practice at the top of your license with meaningful clinical impact. Supportive leadership committed to professional growth and work‑life balance. Part of LCMC Health, a locally owned, community‑focused healthcare system. Work Shift Variable Hours (United States of America) Equal Opportunity Employer LCMC Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr 100 LCMC Health