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Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC

Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician Assistant

Adelphi Medical Staffing, LLC, Peoria

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JOB OVERVIEW
• Job Title: Cardiovascular Disease NP/PA
• Job Type: Locum Tenens
• Location: Peoria, IL
• Service Setting: Cardiovascular ICU
• Coverage Type: Clinical Only
• Coverage Period: TBD Ongoing
• Clinical Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 6:30 AM 7:00 PM; estimated 10 shifts/month
COVERAGE DATES
• Start date TBD; ongoing
• Estimated 10 shifts/month
PATIENT INFORMATION
• Patient Demographics: Adult cardiac post-op ICU
• Patient Volume/Census: 8+ patients
• Rounding: Yes, with surgeon, charge RNs, and nursing staff
• Phone Consults: Not specified
• Case Mix: Post-operative cardiac ICU patients including VAD, transplant, ECMO, etc.
FACILITY INFORMATION
• EMR System: Epic
• Office Equipment Available: ICU-specific procedural tools and monitors
• Specialty Backup Available: 3 CV ICU surgeons, additional APP as needed
• Support Staff Available: Charge RNs and interdisciplinary ICU team
• Reason for Coverage: Turnover Vacancy
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
• Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
• Temporary Privileges Available: Yes
• Credentialing Timeline: 60 days
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
• Travel, Lodging, and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
• Central line insertion/removal
• Arterial line insertion/removal
• Intubation and extubation
• Chest tube insertion (optional) and removal
• Pacing wire management and removal
• Sternotomy and EVH site management
JOB REQUIREMENTS
• Licenses: Active Illinois license required
• Board: Board Certified as NP or PA
• DEA: Active DEA Certification required
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS
• Experience: Minimum 1 year in cardiovascular ICU
• Other Qualifications: Must manage vasopressors/inotropes, ventilators, VV/VA ECMO, IABP, Impella, VAD, and post-transplant cases independently
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Manage complex post-operative cardiovascular ICU patients independently
• Perform bedside procedures as required
• Collaborate with surgeons, RNs, and ICU staff in patient care
• Remain available on-site to respond to staff questions and emergencies
• Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounding