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Equum Medical · 2 days ago

Bedside PA (1099 Nights)

Westchester, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

Equum Medical is a provider of innovative telehealth solutions that values bedside care. They are seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to deliver direct patient care in a community hospital setting, focusing on critically ill patients in the ICU and other acute care environments.

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Responsibilities

Provide bedside care for critically ill patients in the intensive care unit (ICU), emergency department, and other acute care settings

Assess, diagnose, and manage complex medical conditions, including respiratory failure, sepsis, and multi-organ dysfunction

Initiate and manage life-saving interventions, including ventilator support, vasopressor therapy, and dialysis

Perform procedures such as central line insertions, arterial line placements, endotracheal intubation, and chest tube insertions as needed

Hands-on experience with central line placement and endotracheal intubation in acute or critical care settings

Work closely with multidisciplinary healthcare teams, including nurses, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and specialists, to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Communicate effectively with family members, provide updates on patient status and prognosis, and address concerns and expectations

Make real-time decisions regarding critical care interventions, treatment adjustments, and monitoring protocols based on patient response and evolving clinical conditions

Interpret diagnostic tests (e.g., labs, imaging studies) and integrate findings into treatment plans

Provide education to patients and their families about critical illness, treatment options, and recovery expectations

Foster an empathetic and supportive environment, especially when discussing end-of-life decisions and advanced directives

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, and medical interventions in the hospital’s electronic health record (EHR) system

Ensure compliance with hospital policies, clinical guidelines, and accreditation standards

Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and safety in the critical care unit

Contribute to hospital protocols, best practices, and evidence-based care guidelines

Identify and report safety concerns and participate in root cause analyses and action plans when needed

Qualification

Critical care experienceAcute Care CertificationVenous access proficiencyAirway management proficiencyNJNY LicensurePatient educationEffective communicationTeam collaborationDocumentation skills

Required

Nighttime shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Managing 6-8 patients in a 10-12 bed ICU

Minimum requirement of 4-6 shifts per month

Previous critical care or acute care experience, along with proficiency in procedures such as venous access and airway management, is strongly preferred

Position is based in a hospital or healthcare setting with typical risks or discomforts, requiring adherence to standard safety protocols

Bachelor's degree

NJ or NY Licensure

Certified PA or NP

Acute Care Certification is required