Henry Ford Health
Cardiovascular OR Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (full-...
Henry Ford Health - Jackson, Mississippi, United States, 39200
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Cardiovascular OR Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (full-time) – Henry Ford Health Jackson
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205 N East Ave Jackson, MI 49201
Inpatient/Outpatient:
75% inpatient, 25% outpatient.
Case Load:
100% Adult
Position Overview
Henry Ford Health Jackson
is seeking a full-time
Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
to join our team. The role involves working 8- or 10-hour shifts with 3-4 days in the cardiovascular operating room assisting cardiac and vascular surgeons—including vein harvesting—and 1-2 days in the outpatient clinic. This position focuses primarily on inpatient care with clinic rotation and includes call coverage. The APP will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, anesthesiologists, intensivists, dietitians, and pharmacists to provide comprehensive care for cardiovascular postoperative patients requiring ICU-level monitoring. Candidates must be able to manage patients aged 18 and older.
Prior OR experience
such as RNFA or first assist and vein harvesting skills are preferred.
Procedures
– Arterial Lines
Schedule
– Full-Time. (4) 10-hour shifts, predominately inpatient with clinic rotation.
Weekend requirement
– 1:4
Call requirement
– Call Coverage as a 1:4 ratio.
OR Time
– 3-4 Days in OR.
Benefits
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and continuing education. Supportive and collaborative work environment.
As a member of the healthcare team, is responsible for providing advanced assessment, differential diagnosis, clinical decision making and initiation of treatment in collaboration with the attending Cardiac, Vascular and Thoracic surgeons. Clinical activities are authorized and performed under the supervision but not necessarily in the presence of a physician member of the medical staff. Prescriptive authority is a delegated privilege under the collaborating physician. Assists pre-, intra, and post-care of all cardiac and thoracic patients. Prepares and records patient histories, performs rounds and physical examinations, records discharge summaries, assists in all surgical procedures, performs endoscope vein and radial artery harvesting intra-operatively and formulates post-operative treatment plans for patients. Specific procedures within the specialty are individually credentialed, based on background training and experience. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Requires a Bachelor¿s Degree; completion of an AMA approved Physician Assistant or Surgeon's Assistant program; Michigan state licensure and continued certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA); and current basic and advanced cardiac life support (BLS / ACLS) certification. Cardiothoracic and vascular critical care or surgical experience is preferred. Requires good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills as well as organizational skills, familiarity with computers, and excellent analytical and decision-making skills. Ability to react to crisis situations quickly and effectively using department protocols and guidelines.
Qualifications
NP – Completion of a Nurse Practitioner training program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) PA – Completion of a Physician Assistant training program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) NP – Certification by a certification body recognized by the State of Michigan PA – Certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Licensure and Certification
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of Michigan, or in process of applying (must have proof of application) National certification as an NP or PA (e.g., ANCC, AANP, NCCPA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. DEA/CSL, required through credentialing. DEA - NPs do not have controlled substance licenses, only PAs. When NPs apply, they will enter MI license number instead of controlled substance license since they won't have a CSL.
Experience
OR Experience, i.e. RNFA Vein Harvesting, preferred OR First Assist, preferred EPIC Experience, preferred.
Skills
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. Commitment to patient-centered are and continuous professional development.
Conditions of Employment
Employee Health requires all employed providers to complete a health screen per HFHS policy. Henry Ford Health is committed to fostering the good health and welfare of all people, and to improve the health and productive lives of its employees and their families. To accomplish this goal, Henry Ford Health maintains a smoke-free environment for its employees, members, patients, and visitors in accordance with appliable state law. Successful credentialing process / all offers are contingent on credentialing/privileging.
Additional Information
Organization: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital Department: Allegiance Cardiac Surgery Henry Ford Health Location: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital Shift: Variable Union Code: Not Applicable
Seniority level
Seniority level Associate Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Cardiovascular OR Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (full-time) – Henry Ford Health Jackson
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1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Cardiovascular OR Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (full-time) – Henry Ford Health Jackson
role at
Henry Ford Health Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Location:
205 N East Ave Jackson, MI 49201
Inpatient/Outpatient:
75% inpatient, 25% outpatient.
Case Load:
100% Adult
Position Overview
Henry Ford Health Jackson
is seeking a full-time
Cardiovascular Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA)
to join our team. The role involves working 8- or 10-hour shifts with 3-4 days in the cardiovascular operating room assisting cardiac and vascular surgeons—including vein harvesting—and 1-2 days in the outpatient clinic. This position focuses primarily on inpatient care with clinic rotation and includes call coverage. The APP will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, anesthesiologists, intensivists, dietitians, and pharmacists to provide comprehensive care for cardiovascular postoperative patients requiring ICU-level monitoring. Candidates must be able to manage patients aged 18 and older.
Prior OR experience
such as RNFA or first assist and vein harvesting skills are preferred.
Procedures
– Arterial Lines
Schedule
– Full-Time. (4) 10-hour shifts, predominately inpatient with clinic rotation.
Weekend requirement
– 1:4
Call requirement
– Call Coverage as a 1:4 ratio.
OR Time
– 3-4 Days in OR.
Benefits
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and continuing education. Supportive and collaborative work environment.
As a member of the healthcare team, is responsible for providing advanced assessment, differential diagnosis, clinical decision making and initiation of treatment in collaboration with the attending Cardiac, Vascular and Thoracic surgeons. Clinical activities are authorized and performed under the supervision but not necessarily in the presence of a physician member of the medical staff. Prescriptive authority is a delegated privilege under the collaborating physician. Assists pre-, intra, and post-care of all cardiac and thoracic patients. Prepares and records patient histories, performs rounds and physical examinations, records discharge summaries, assists in all surgical procedures, performs endoscope vein and radial artery harvesting intra-operatively and formulates post-operative treatment plans for patients. Specific procedures within the specialty are individually credentialed, based on background training and experience. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Requires a Bachelor¿s Degree; completion of an AMA approved Physician Assistant or Surgeon's Assistant program; Michigan state licensure and continued certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistant (NCCPA); and current basic and advanced cardiac life support (BLS / ACLS) certification. Cardiothoracic and vascular critical care or surgical experience is preferred. Requires good verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills as well as organizational skills, familiarity with computers, and excellent analytical and decision-making skills. Ability to react to crisis situations quickly and effectively using department protocols and guidelines.
Qualifications
NP – Completion of a Nurse Practitioner training program accredited by the Commission on the Collegiate of Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) PA – Completion of a Physician Assistant training program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA) NP – Certification by a certification body recognized by the State of Michigan PA – Certification by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Licensure and Certification
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the state of Michigan, or in process of applying (must have proof of application) National certification as an NP or PA (e.g., ANCC, AANP, NCCPA) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. DEA/CSL, required through credentialing. DEA - NPs do not have controlled substance licenses, only PAs. When NPs apply, they will enter MI license number instead of controlled substance license since they won't have a CSL.
Experience
OR Experience, i.e. RNFA Vein Harvesting, preferred OR First Assist, preferred EPIC Experience, preferred.
Skills
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment. Commitment to patient-centered are and continuous professional development.
Conditions of Employment
Employee Health requires all employed providers to complete a health screen per HFHS policy. Henry Ford Health is committed to fostering the good health and welfare of all people, and to improve the health and productive lives of its employees and their families. To accomplish this goal, Henry Ford Health maintains a smoke-free environment for its employees, members, patients, and visitors in accordance with appliable state law. Successful credentialing process / all offers are contingent on credentialing/privileging.
Additional Information
Organization: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital Department: Allegiance Cardiac Surgery Henry Ford Health Location: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital Shift: Variable Union Code: Not Applicable
Seniority level
Seniority level Associate Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care, Insurance, and Wellness and Fitness Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Henry Ford Health by 2x Get notified about new Cardiology Nurse Practitioner jobs in
Jackson, MI . Cardiology Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (contingent) – Henry Ford Health Jackson
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