Nurse Practitioner - Critical Care
FL 32803
| Specialty | Critical Care |
|---|---|
| Profession | Nurse Practitioner |
Overview
Neuro Critical Care - PA or ACNP
AdventHealth Celebration is seeking an experienced NeuroICU Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our expanding critical care team. The APP would be based out of AdventHealth Celebration, which has approximately 60 critical care beds. Our Neuro Critical Care unit is currently 20 beds. Our group is currently looking to continue to grow its comprehensive and successful 24/7 closed ICU model.
The APP would serve as a member of the Neurocritical Care team by assisting in management of critically ill patients at AdventHealth. The PA/APRN applies specialized skills and knowledge related to Neuro ICU settings in which they practice, contributes to excellence in patient care, research, teaching, and consulting at AdventHealth.
General Summary:
Under physician direction and within the credentialing standards of the Hospital, the APP will assist with:
Providing direct clinical services for critically ill adult patients with multi-system failure, utilizing evidence-based clinical practice standards under the supervision of the patients physician
Obtains patient health histories and complete physical examinations and documents findings in accordance with hospital requirements
Orders and interprets 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
Performs CPR; airway management including bag and mask ventilation, endotracheal intubation and extubation; directing administration of life supporting drugs, and defibrillation
Inserts and manages arterial catheters, central venous catheters, and other procedures commensurate with an ICU environment
Interfaces patients with monitoring and instrumentation equipment and directs and educates others in performing the same functions
Perform admissions and consultations to the NeuroICU unit, Rounds with Neuro- Intensivist, provides cross coverage on the patients rounded on earlier
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 in medical records and appropriate narrative summaries
Assesses patients for changes in status and institutes appropriate interventions, including initiation of necessary emergency interventions to stabilize patient
Participates and assists with the pre-, peri-, and postoperative management of the patients admitted to the ICU
Schedule Details
All Inpatient - 14 (12-hour) shifts per month o Extra shifts available with differential
Nights only, 7 PM to 7 AM
No call
Perform admissions to Neuro ICU
Required Education & Experience:
Masters degree in Nursing (Acute Care Certification) or Physician Assistant Studies
1 - 2 years experience in the NeuroICU as a PA or ACNP
Experience as an RN in the NeuroICU (Highly preferred but not required)
Licensure, Certification, & Registration:
Current, valid Florida PA or APRN license
Certification by NCCPA, ANCC, or other nationally recognized certification organization
BLS & ACLS ENLS (preferred)
Hospital Description
AdventHealth Celebration is a 317 bed, state-of-the-art hospital that serves as a showcase of innovation and excellence in healthcare. Our reputation for delivering highly efficient, patient-focused and cost-effective care allows us to achieve optimum health and wellness for patients with an emphasis on healing the whole person - mind, body and spirit. AdventHealth Celebration has been serving the residents of Osceola, Orange, Polk and Lake counties, and patients from around the world.
Community Description
AdventHealth is conveniently close to many gorgeous homes, downtown urban living, shopping, and great schools. As one of the most visited American cities, Orlando has world-class attractions including Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, and easy access to both coasts for numerous world renown beaches. Orlando is home to major league soccer (Orlando City Lions), NBA basketball (Orlando Magic) as well as University of Central Florida sports. The city also has many public and private universities and colleges. The Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts hosts variety of musical and theatrical performances throughout the year.
