Critical Care Lead Advanced Practice Clinician in Worcester, MA - 55778BR

Job Description

TeamHealth cultivates leaders to guide their teams toward goals like client retention and patient satisfaction, as well as the ultimate goal - high-quality patient care. The critical care lead is an advanced practice provider (APP) responsible for delivering high-quality care to critically ill patients in the ICU or other acute care settings. This leadership role also includes oversight of nurse practitioner (NP) and physician assistant (PA) activities within the critical care team, coordination with multidisciplinary clinicians, participation in quality improvement initiatives, and ensuring evidence-based practice standards. The lead APC will serve as a clinical expert, mentor, and liaison for nursing and medical staff.

Clinical Care

• Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of critically ill patients in collaboration with intensivists and the interdisciplinary team
• Perform and interpret diagnostic tests, order labs and imaging, and prescribe medications
• Execute and manage invasive procedures such as central lines, arterial lines, intubation (if credentialed), and chest tube placement, as appropriate
• Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds and develop care plans for ICU patients
• Respond to emergencies and rapid response calls as needed

Leadership and Oversight

Education and Training

Competitive compensation with an estimated base salary range of $75 to $90 hourly with the opportunity to earn incentives.

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Located in central Massachusetts, the city of Worcester is a reflection of 18th century history among acres of parks and playgrounds, stunning golf courses, and even natural woodland preserve trails. This is a perfect community for nature-lovers to enjoy all recreational activities from skiing, hiking, outdoor sports, to boating or swimming at Shore Park or Lake Quinsigamond. Take in the views of Bancroft Tower and the city's many landmarks or marvel at famous exhibitions in local art galleries. Discover local museums like the EcoTarium or explore the Barnyard Zoo in Worcester's historic downtown district!

Saint Vincent Hospital, a 283-bed, community-based hospital, provides quality and compassionate care to the residents of Worcester and surrounding communities. It offers a range of medical services, including advanced heart and vascular services, comprehensive orthopedics and rehabilitation programs, and surgical facility including da Vinci robotic surgery and Cyberknife technology. Saint Vincent Hospital is proud to be named one of the best regional hospitals by U. S. News & World Report for 2020-2021. The facility is recognized in four types of care : Congestive Heart Failure, COPD, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement. Saint Vincent Hospital was awarded for Patient Safety by Leapfrog Group receiving a Patient Safety Score of "A" for three consecutive years. Saint Vincent Hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and received a Joint Commission Top Performer Award for Core Measures. The facility is also a Healthgrades distinguished hospital awarded for clinical excellence.