Summary

Fantastic APRN/NP and/or PA Opportunity within the Cardiovascular Unit of Waterbury Health, Nocturnist shifts.

The provider will provide independent, holistic, high quality and cost-effective critical care for patients admitted to the Cardiovascular Unit and support their transition of care across the continuum. Assist cardiothoracic surgeons in the care of patients undergoing specialized surgical procedures within the scope of a license, including pre-operative and post-operative surgical and related diagnostic procedures.


Responsibilities Include:

Assumes independent collaborative patient care responsibility for the inpatients on the cardiac and cardiothoracic services under the supervision of the Attending Physicians. Identifies health care needs and assesses the health status of patients during in-patient hospitalizations. Excels in communication, interpersonal skills, and clinical expertise in cardiovascular care. The practitioner will also participate in the management of patients with Myocardial Infarction, Acute Coronary Syndromes, Intra-Aortic Balloon Pumping, Impella devices, and post-op open-heart procedures. Assist in completing consultation work-up on patients being evaluated for cardiothorasic surgery. Obtains comprehensive health histories and performs physical examinations during hospitalization. Identifies and collaborates with the Cardiac and Cardiothoracic Attending in the design of patient treatment plans. Orders appropriate consultation services as needed. Communicates patient status information and documents progress in the electronic medical record. Enters admission orders, orders appropriate tests, imaging studies, and therapy; interprets results and outcomes; discusses appropriate interventions with the physicians. Educates patients about treatment plans and discharge care. Evaluates the patient with regard to discharge status; performs discharge exams, completes appropriate electronic discharge documentation. Performs advanced technologic procedures related to cardiac and cardiothoracic surgery as defined by standardized procedures. Interprets hemodynamics and vital signs and orders appropriate inotropes and vasopressors as required. Identifies and maximizes opportunities in the clinical setting for informal education of staff, patients and families. Collaborates and communicates with members of the interprofessional health care team. Certified with completed state licensure. Maintains current state DEA and Connecticut Controlled substance registration licensure. Minimum 2 years' experience in an APP role preferred, along with experience with first assist capabilities. Waterbury Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: Competitive Base Salary Fully-integrated Electronic Medical Record Paid Malpractice Insurance Comprehensive Health Insurance Paid Days Off CME Paid Days Off CME Expense coverage Optional dental and Vision plans Life Insurance, Short- term and Long-term Disability Insurance

Additional Information

Alliance Medical Group (AMG) and Waterbury Hospital, together comprising Waterbury HEALTH.

Our medical group is the largest hospital-affiliated, multi-specialty practice in the Greater Waterbury area, with more than 100 physicians and healthcare providers.

Waterbury Hospital is a 357- bed facility, with a level II trauma designation, which offers state-of-the-art care for the more than 350,000 people living in our broader service area.

As a comprehensive network of care, Waterbury HEALTH maintains clinical and academic affiliations with Yale University School of Medicine, The University of Connecticut School of Medicine, Frank H. Netter School of Medicine and Connecticut Children's Medical Center.

Employing more than 2,000 with a medical staff close to 700 providers, its affiliate partners include the Heart Center of Greater Waterbury, Cardiology Associates of Greater Waterbury, The Harold Leever Cancer Center and Access Rehabilitation Network.

Waterbury HEALTH is set among quintessential New England towns in the rolling hills of Northwestern Connecticut. We are located along the I-84 corridor, our surrounding communities offer wonderful lifestyle options and amenities, providing easy access to New York and Boston, Connecticut's Gold Coast and the Berkshires of Western Massachusetts.

Please contact Natalie Hauzeur for more details at:

(T) 203.568.2906

(E) Natalie.Hauzeur@alliancemedicalgroup.com