How to Apply

This is an Advanced Practice Professional (APP) job opening.
Both qualified NP and PA applicants will be considered.

NPs are directed to apply to job #254825 and PAs are directed to apply to job #254826.

A total of (1) one, 1.0 FTE, Advanced Practice Professional (either NP or PA) will be hired to fill this job opening.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

Michigan Medicine offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits!

Salary range: $129,541 - $199,061 / year

What benefits can you look forward to?

Flexible Health, Dental, and Vision Plans
Retirement Savings Plans with 2:1 Matching
Group Term Life Insurance
Long Term Disability Plan
Generous Time Off Allowances
$2200 Annual Professional Development Funds (0.5 FTE Appointment or above)
Paid Release Time for Professional Education Activities
Paid Maternity and Parental Leave
Tuition Support Progam
Wellness Plans
Work/Life Resources

Responsibilities*

Under physician supervision, directs and coordinates care in the cardiac intensive critical care area. Care provided is for the adult patient population, including but not limited to NSTEMI/STEMI, advanced heart failure, pre- and post-heart transplant, and mechanical circulatory support. Some of the Advanced Practice Provider (APP) duties include (not an all-inclusive list)

Complete detailed histories and physicals, daily progress notes, streamline the patient transfer process between levels of care, and discharge orders/documentation.
Responsible for primary Code Team Coverage in the Pavilion
Collect and interpret reports from diagnostic lab tests, radiographic procedures, and clinical studies.
Order tests/prescribe medications.
Present pertinent data to the medical staff and assist in maintaining continuity of care throughout Cardiovascular Medicine, including thorough and accurate hand-offs.
Procedures include point-of-care ultrasound for physical assessment, placement of arterial lines, central venous catheters, and placing NG tubes/dobhoff.
Confer with attending physicians and collaborate with other care providers/consultants to coordinate and communicate clinical care needs both inpatient and outpatient, and internal/external care providers.
Maintain accurate documentation regarding patient status, evaluations, and treatments
Perform other related duties as required.
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of medical principles, practices, standards, and techniques in accordance with Michigan Medicine policies and procedures, Medical Staff Bylaws, and State and Federal laws/regulations.
Participate in activities that promote professional growth and self-development.
Adhere to all Michigan Medicine dress codes, personnel, and safety policies.
Perform other related duties as required to assure patient safety and satisfaction utilizing service excellence and Patient Family Centered Care in daily practice.
Ability to demonstrate good computer skills, including computer documentation and order entry.
Demonstrates ability to function independently and as a team member, working collaboratively with others.
Demonstrated clinical leadership and experience with coordinating and managing complex patients and providing safe handoffs to the next provider.
Demonstrated expertise in facilitating the educational growth of others through previous clinical instructional roles.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate clinical care ideas across multiple patient care services and to communicate effectively as a patient advocate.
Demonstrated commitment to carrying out professional responsibilities, adherence to ethical principles, sensitivity to diversity, and sharing knowledge with team members.

Nursing Specific Info

Required qualifications must be met by the candidate in order to be interviewed and considered for the position. Posting may be filled after the initial 5-day posting period.
Applicants who have left the UMPNC bargaining unit must include on their resume dates of past employment including months and years of service along with effort.
Positions less than 20 hours/week may be combined.

If you have questions regarding this posting or would like assistance with nursing opportunities please contact Nurse Recruitment at (734) 936-5183.

Required Qualifications*

Nurse Practitioners

Current licensure to practice as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner specialty certification in the State of Michigan.
Current specialty certification to practice as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.
Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
Certification as a Nurse Practitioner recognized by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN).
Current DEA registration
BLS and ACLS certified
3 years full time APP experience rounding in an ICU or inpatient cardiology or advanced heart failure service

Physician Assistants

Current license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the State of Michigan.
Certification by the National Commission on Certification for Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Satisfactory completion of a physician assistant program accredited by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA), or one of its predecessor agencies, CAHEA or CAAHEP.
State of Michigan Controlled Substance License Required
Current DEA registration
BLS and ACLS certified
3 years full time APP experience rounding in an ICU or inpatient cardiology or heart failure service

NOTE:
* Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the credentialing and privileging process.
* In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.

RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants):
You must attach a complete and accurate resume with month and year at previous positions to be fully considered for this position.

Desired Qualifications*

Procedure experience including but not limited to arterial and central line placements
1 year APP experience working on a Rapid Response/Code team
Demonstrated proficiency as an APP with hemodynamic assessment and ECG interpretation
Certification in one or more areas of cardiology: CCKE, HF-Cert, CHFN-K, ABCL, or CHC
Demonstrates knowledge of adult cardiac physiology
Demonstrates ability to articulate in an effective and clear manner, the pertinent clinical issues to the multidisciplinary team.
Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as organizational abilities.
Demonstrates Patient and Family oriented Care

Work Schedule

Shift/Hours: 40 hours per week
Night/Day and Weekend Rotating Shift Position with a variable schedule

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Michigan Nurses Association and the U-M Professional Nurse Council union, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Selection Process

Michigan Medicine, University of Michigan seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University's research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The University of Michigan as a whole, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.