The CVICU APP team at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida is growing!

We are seeking a physician assistant (PA) or pediatric acute care nurse practitioner (PNP-AC) committed to caring for pediatric patients with complex cardiac diagnoses. The critical care team in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) cares for neonates, infants, children, and young adults with congenital and acquired heart disease who need intensive medical and surgical management. APPs are an invaluable part of the team in this high-acuity and fast-paced environment in the Heart Institute at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. Passion for learning, critical thinking, and caring for cardiac patients and their families are highly encouraged for success in this role.

Responsibilities:

• Assess, diagnose, and treat pediatric cardiac patients in the CVICU.
• Conduct comprehensive physical exams, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and formulate evidence-based treatment plans.
• Recommend pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies, monitor patient responses, and respond appropriately.
• Provide family-centered care by communicating with patients' families, addressing their concerns, and involving them in the decision-making process.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including Cardiology, Cardiovascular Surgery, and many other specialties.
• Participate in medical rounds, simulations, and educational activities to enhance team knowledge and clinical practice.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and research projects to advance pediatric cardiac critical care practices.

Qualifications:

• Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (PNP-AC) or Physician Assistant (PA) certification and licensure in the state of Florida.
• Master's degree in Nursing (PNP-AC) or Physician Assistant Studies (PA) from an accredited program.
• Prior experience in pediatrics, cardiology, and/or critical care fields are preferred but not required.
• Excellent clinical judgment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Dedication to providing compassionate and family-centered care to pediatric cardiac patients.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning.

Please reach out to Jamie Andre (jandre4@jh.edu), Heart Institute Advanced Practice Provider Manager, if interested.