AHMG ICU at Port Charlotte APRN or PA

Opportunities in the ICU - AdventHealth Central FloridaAdventHealth Port CharlotteAt AdventHealth we believe it's about more than mending what's broken and healing what hurts, it's about compassionate, lifelong, whole-person care. Start changing lives today by joining a healthcare system where we foster a culture of respect, diversity, and inclusion.We are looking for PA's and APRN's to serve as members of our expanding critical care team in our Port Charlotte unit. The APP assist in management of critically ill patients in our closed ICU. The ideal candidate would apply specialized skills and knowledge related to ICU settings to contribute to excellence in patient care, research, teaching, consulting and provides leadership to the organization.General Summary: The APP under the supervision and direction of the Physician and within the credentialing standards of the Hospital: (other duties as assigned)Obtain patient health histories and complete physical examinations and documents findingsOrder and interpret appropriate diagnostic and laboratory tests, explaining the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of procedure(s) to patients, patient's family, staff and healthcare learners.Formulates and implements a treatment plan for acute illness management in collaboration with the designated primary supervising physician and/or attending back-up physician(s) and documents as necessaryAssesses patients for changes in status and institutes appropriate interventions, including initiation of necessary emergency interventions to stabilize patient.Procedures performed but not limited to: inserts and manages arterial catheters, central venous catheters, and other procedures commensurate with an ICU environment, CPR; airway management including bag and mask ventilation, endotracheal intubation and extubation, repositioning endotracheal tubes; and defibrillation • directing administration of life supporting drugs according to established protocolsPerforms and participates in quality/performance improvement activities and clinical research.Schedule Information:14 - 12-hour shifts are required per monthNights: 7 pm- 7 am2 weekends per month are requiredCampus: AH Port Charlotte (Main)Requirements:Master's Degree in Nursing (Acute Care Certificate required) or Physician Assistant (PA) Studies5 years of ICU RN experience OR 3 years as APRN in the ICU3 years as a PA in the ICU OR 5 years as a PA in a surgical specialtyCertifications:Current, valid Florida APRN or PA-C LicenseAcute Care Certificate Required for APRN'sCurrent ACLS and BLS certificationFCCS, ATLS certifications (highly preferred but not required)Start your life-changing journey today!