Bedside Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner

At Equum Medical, while our primary offering is innovative telehealth solutions, we recognize the critical value of bedside care. We continue to support healthcare settings where in-person, hands-on care is essential, and we are looking for a strong provider who understands the importance of direct patient care.

Our telehealth platform enables healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional care remotely, bridging access gaps and enhancing patient outcomes. By joining our team, you'll have the unique opportunity to shape the future of acute care and telehealth while also having a tangible impact on patient's lives through bedside care. We offer flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance and long-term career sustainability. Together, we can redefine healthcare, providing seamless, high-quality care wherever it's needed most.

Position Summary:Under the direction of the CMO, the Advanced Practice Provider will work within a passionate team in the Northern NJ area caring for acute critical care patients.

Requirements:

• Flexibility to cover both day and night 12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM and 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
• 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.

Key Responsibilities:

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 Licensure

• Certified Physician Assistant (PA) or board-certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AG-ACNP)

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.