Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
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Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville Tennessee and operating at a global crossroads of teaching discovery and patient care VUMC is a community ofindividuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued your knowledge expanded and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniquenessis sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilts mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care education and research.
Organization:
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The Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgical First Assist Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) provides healthcare in the operative setting. The APP has didactic education clinical competency and national certification in clinical practice. The NP/PA demonstrates medical knowledge clinical judgment first assist surgical technical competence professionalism interpersonal communication skills timely and compliant documentation and is responsible for professional development and competency validation. The NP RNFA/PA works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team providing clinical care for pediatric patients with congenital heart disease in the continuum of surgical care..
The role of the advanced practice provider will be to support the pediatric cardiac surgical team including following functions:
First and Second assistance role in the operative room
Performing procedures: intracardiac line removal chest tube wound care
Support emergent surgical needs
Participating in education of learners in an academic institution
Position Hours:
FullTime
Variable Shifts
Includes Weekends and Call
Department Summary:
The pediatric cardiothoracic team is part of comprehensive pediatric surgical and medical congenital heart service (Pediatric Heart Institute) at Monroe Carell Childrens Hospital. The PHI performs around 500 cases per year. The APP will join a team of multidisciplinary electrophysiology team consisting of physicians APPs and other disciplines that support the overall mission of comprehensive care for children with congenital heart disease.
Minimum Requirements:
Pediatric Nurse PractitionerAcute Care Certification Dual Certification in Primary Care preferred (CPNPAC / CPNPPC)
If an APRN must have TN RN FA Certification
Physician Associate (PA) Certification
Masters degree (Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies)
Prefer 23 years of Advanced Practice Experience in pediatric congenital heart experience.
Current BLS certification required; PALS preferred.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Applies the nursing process in all facets of the nurse assistant role.
Provides technical first assistance to the primary surgeon in the operating room and throughout the perioperative period.
Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patients care and management to determine nursing diagnosis.
Continually utilizes the nursing process to evaluate patients progress towards goals and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.
The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.
TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
EvidenceBased Practice (Intermediate): Demonstrates ability to integrate evidence from multiple sources and determine if a practice change should occur. Shares knowledge with peers and other clinical team members independently.
Nursing Patient Assessment & Evaluation (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of patient assessments and evaluations in practical applications of a difficult nature. Conducts primary care patient interviews and physical examinations. Conducts inquiry with a thorough series of questions when patients state an ailment or complaint in order to accurately identify and elaborate on the problem. Possesses sufficient knowledge training and experience to role model and coach less experienced peers.
Care Planning (Intermediate): Demonstrates ability to anticipate and plan for complex resource needs identify discrete tasks set priorities schedule activities meet deadlines and organize work. Collaborates with members of the health care team to identify desired outcomes. Anticipates problems and obstacles before they arise. Able to adapt changes to patient care and area needs with minimal loss of disruption and loss of productivity. Develops creative ideas and takes innovative action to achieve planned goals and objectives. Possesses sufficient knowledge training and experience to role model and coach less experienced peers.
Nursing Patient Education (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency in providing patient education in practical applications of moderate difficulty.
Operating Room Care (Intermediate): Demonstrates mastery of operating room care in practical applications of a difficult nature. Possesses sufficient knowledge training and experience to be capable of successfully delivering operating room care services without requiring support and instruction from others. Able to train and educate by setting the example giving technical instruction providing leadership and generally raising the level of performance of others while on the job.
Our Nursing Philosophy:
We believe highly skilled and specialized nursing care is essential to Vanderbilt University Medical Centers mission of quality in patient care education and research. We believe nursing is an applied art and science focused on helping people families and communities reach excellent health and wellbeing.
As a Vanderbilt University Medical Center employee you make a difference to our patients and their families by bringing compassion and care to those in need of hope and healing. Please see our current employee benefits offered:
- Affordable High Quality Health Plan Options
- Dental and /or vision plan
- 403 (b) retirement plan
- Paid Time off (flex PTO)
- Tuition Reimbursement and adoption assistance (maximums applied)
- ShortLong term disability
- Subsidized backup childcare
- And many more...Ask us about our current inpatient nursing supplemental Pay Program!
Achieve the Remarkable:
Learn more about VUMC Nursing:
- Nursing Careers: Nursing Philosophy: Nursing Leadership: Governance: Professional Development: In Nashville: Nursing: Accountabilities:Organizational Impact: Delivers projects/assignments that have a direct impact on goals/objectives of the unit/department that the job is in. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Conducts extensive analysis of situations or data to resolve numerous complex issues; may involve the input/work of others. Breadth of Knowledge: Has indepth level of knowledge within a professional area and working knowledge of other areas. Team Interaction: May lead midsized projects; coaches and guides team members.
Core Capabilities :
Supporting Colleagues: Develops Self and Others: Invests time energy and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas. Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships. Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies ones own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Service: Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them. Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions. Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly. Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership focusing on and driving critical issues to closure. Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area. Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation: Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches. Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies tools and procedures to address shortterm challenges. Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.Position Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
Certifications:
LICPhysicians Assistant Certified TennesseeWork Experience:
Relevant Work ExperienceExperience Level:
1 yearEducation:
MastersVanderbilt Health is committed tofosteringan environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled.
Employment Type
Full-Time
