University
of
Michigan Health System
Nurse Practitioner – Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
At the University of Michigan Health System (UMHS), our use of state-of-the-art technology is a prime example of The Michigan Difference. We’re advancing medical science & care, and creating excellent career opportunities, including for a Nurse Practitioner-Pediatric Cardiac Surgery.
Description:
Under physician supervision, coordinates care of acutely ill post-surgical patients in the pediatric cardiac surgery inpatient and outpatient settings
Requires clinician to perform advanced diagnostic and therapeutic tasks associated with pediatric patients undergoing congenital cardiac surgery repairs and includes heart transplantation and placement of ventricular assist devices
Complete detailed histories and physicals and present pertinent data to the medical staff
Order and interpret reports from diagnostic lab tests, radiographic procedures, and clinical studies
Order tests and prescribe medications
Perform various diagnostic, therapeutic, and minor surgical procedures
Streamline the patient transfer process between levels of care, including writing discharge orders and communicating specific patient needs to team members
Heavy emphasis on patient and family teaching
Note: This is a 36-hour night position and includes weekend and holidays shifts as required by the service.
Requirements:
Current license to practice as a nurse practitioner in the state of Michigan (or eligible)
Current national Pediatric Nurse Practitioner specialty certification
At least 1 year of PNP experience in an acute care setting
Demonstrated ability to positively contribute to a group/ICU setting
Demonstrated ability to collaborate clinical care ideas across multiple patient care services and to communicate assertively as a patient advocate
Demonstrated clinical leadership and experience with coordinating and managing complex and multifaceted projects.
Desired Requirement:
PALS Certification
Qualified candidates interested in becoming part of The Michigan Difference, apply online at http://umnursing.org/ for Job ID 50770.
NOTE: Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position.
Qualified candidates interested in becoming part of The Michigan Difference, apply online at http://umnursing.org/ for Job ID 50770.
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
11/2010