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Bedside PA (1099 Nights)

Equum Medical
New York, USA
Contract
Entry
Onsite
Discovered 1 months ago

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Position Summary

Under the direction of the CMO, the Advanced Practice Provider will work within a small team at a local

community hospital, supporting the physicians on staff, as well as working closely with Tele-Intensivist as

back up. We are seeking a 1099 Provider who wants to work for a passionate team in the Westchester,

New York area, caring for acute critical care patients.

Requirements

  • 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.

Direct Patient Care

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.

Collaborative Care

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.

Clinical Decision-Making

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.

Patient and Family Education

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.

Documentation and Compliance

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.

Quality Improvement and Safety

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.

Education

Bachelor's degree

NJ or NY Licensure

Certified PA or NP

Acute Care Certification is required

In addition to a base salary, this position is eligible 401k, and benefits (subject to eligibility requirements). Total compensation is based on several factors, including type of position, location, education level, work experience, and certifications. This information is applicable for all full-time positions .

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