Cardiac Step Down Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C)
Location: Richmond, VA
Job Type: Permanent
Company: Palm Careers
Category: Healthcare
Job Description Apply Now
If you are a dedicated healthcare professional seeking to make a meaningful impact in cardiovascular care, consider joining our dynamic team as a Cardiac Step Down Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C). This position offers the opportunity to deliver advanced care in a cardiac step down unit with a focus exclusively on cardiac patients, ensuring a setting where your expertise is valued and your career can flourish. This is a full-time role in Central Virginia, offering the chance to work within a leading Heart & Vascular Center recognized for its excellence in cardiac services.
As a Cardiac Step Down Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C), you will work collaboratively with an experienced team of nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and cardiovascular surgeons to provide post-operative and pre-operative care for cardiothoracic surgery patients. You will play a key role in delivering evidence-based care to patients recovering from complex cardiac procedures, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities designed to enhance patient outcomes and clinician efficiency.
Our Heart & Vascular Center has consistently ranked among the top 5% nationwide for overall cardiac service and cardiac surgery over the past five years. The center is recognized for its innovative procedures and outstanding outcomes, including a regional heart attack program that delivers lifesaving interventions faster than national benchmarks. This environment fosters professional growth, encourages collaborative practice, and is committed to supporting both experienced providers and those new to the field of cardiac care.
Working as a Cardiac Step Down Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) in Central Virginia means being part of a community that values excellence in healthcare. The area offers a welcoming atmosphere and access to cutting-edge medical resources. Our team is dedicated to supporting your ongoing education and professional development, with opportunities for mentorship and involvement in the advancement of cardiovascular patient care.
In this full-time position, you will follow a rotating schedule, including days, nights, and weekends, with three 12-hour shifts per week. This structure is designed to promote work-life balance while ensuring comprehensive patient coverage. You will be actively involved in managing the post-operative recovery of cardiovascular surgery patients, collaborating with the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes and a seamless continuum of care. No ICU duties are required; your focus will remain on cardiac step down patients within our state-of-the-art facility.
Our organization is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We adhere strictly to all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) standards and encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you are passionate about transforming cardiovascular care and are eager to contribute to an innovative and supportive team, we invite you to submit your application by clicking the job application button below.
Cardiac Step Down Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) - Summary- Full-time opportunity focused solely on cardiac step down care
- Join an award-winning Heart & Vascular Center with state-of-the-art facilities
- Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
- Supportive of both experienced and new graduate providers
- Located in Central Virginia, a region celebrated for its quality of life
- Deliver advanced post-operative and pre-operative care to cardiothoracic surgery patients in a cardiac step down unit
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals for comprehensive patient management
- Perform patient assessments, develop care plans, and monitor patient progress
- Participate in patient and family education regarding cardiac conditions and recovery
- Utilize electronic medical records to document all interventions and communications
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice
- Work rotating shifts, including days, nights, and weekends, three 12-hour shifts per week
- No ICU responsibilities; focus remains on cardiac step down care
- Competitive salary range: $100,000 – $145,000
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Relocation assistance available
- Support for continuing education and professional development
- Opportunities for career advancement within a nationally recognized healthcare organization
- Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification required
- Current, unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- Experience in cardiovascular or post-operative patient care preferred
- Ability to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, and weekends
- Strong clinical decision-making and patient management skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
- Motivated provider with a passion for cardiovascular health
- Team-oriented and adaptable to a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrates commitment to evidence-based, patient-centered care
- Open to learning and professional growth opportunities
- Comfortable with electronic health record systems
- Work in a leading heart and vascular center with a commitment to innovation
- Comprehensive orientation and ongoing training available for new graduates
- Supportive leadership and collaborative culture
- Strict adherence to EEO and inclusive hiring practices
If you are ready to advance your career as a Cardiac Step Down Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C), we encourage you to apply today by clicking the job application button.