ICU/Medical Surgery (RN)

Company: Essentia Health
Location: Fargo
Posted on: May 21, 2025

Job Description:

Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills, works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. Provides health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. They may care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted in age-related category and area of expertise. Cardiothoracic Surgery
Looking for an experienced surgical practitioner to join our ever-growing Heart & Vascular Team in our multispecialty clinic and hospital campus located in Fargo, ND. Join three FT Cardiothoracic Surgeon and two Physician Assistants in a growing practice that offers a beautiful, new OR area which includes 11 OR Suites, 1 Hybrid Room, 2 IR Suites, 2 Cath Lab Suites, 1 EP Suite and the DaVinci Robot.

*may consider new graduates if extensive background/experience in surgical field.

- Practice in high-volume clinic & hospital setting
- Assist in OR in CT/CV/Device surgeries
- Management of CCU/ICU patients; Pre- and Post-op orders, discharge planning, rounding
- Collaborative practice with excellent clinic staff
-Work Monday-Friday plus on-call for emergent cases overnight. -
- Weekend coverage 1:3 for hospital rounding, management of critical patients, weekend discharges, and surgical coverage for emergent surgeries.

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant is assigned to Surgical Services for the purpose of providing patient care under the supervision of the attending physician(s) in accordance with the rules, regulations, bylaws of the Medical Staff Office with the following responsibilities, including but not limited to: assisting in surgery. Complies with Essentia Health standards, policies and procedures, contributes to customer satisfaction, participates in quality assurance improvement, supports and participates in team approach to the delivery of patient care within the department, service line and hospital. Fiscally responsible for the level of care prescribed/delivered and the appropriate utilization of resources. The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills, the NP/PA works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. NP/PAs provide health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. EDUCATION/TRAINING:

- Master's or Doctorate degree in Nursing or Bachelor's or Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program.


Current licensure as a registered nurse in appropriate state (if NP).
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in appropriate state.
Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice.

Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.

Current licensure as a registered nurse in appropriate state.
Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in appropriate state.
Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice

Current licensure as a physician assistant in appropriate state.
Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*: Health Coverage: -Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.Professional Development: -Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.Employee Wellness Programs: -Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.*Eligibility for Essentia Health's benefit programs vary. Job Location: 32nd Avenue Building
Shift Rotation: Day/Eve Rotation (United States of America)

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