Backus Hospital is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the Medical ICU team. This role includes overnight patient care, collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, and performing critical procedures, all while ensuring the highest quality of care in a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Care for patients in the Medical ICU (MICU) and Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Collaborate with Hospitalist Physicians, APPs, and other healthcare professionals
Perform ICU procedures including central lines and arterial lines
Respond to Rapid Response and CardioPulmonary Response codes
Conduct bedside rounding and evaluate patients for stepdown care
Required Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant / Nurse Practitioner Master’s program
Licensed, or eligible to be licensed, as a Physician Assistant / Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in Connecticut
Certification or eligible to be certified as a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Board Certification APRN
Strong clinical acumen and communication skills
Ability to adapt quickly and embrace a culture of change
Preferred Qualifications
Preferably one year of experience in inpatient or ICU medicine
Intellectual maturity and team focus
Benefits & Perks
Competitive CompensationMatching 401kTiered medical, dental, and vision plansGenerous Paid-Time OffReimbursement for CME, professional society membership, licensure, and malpracticeEffective onboarding and ongoing mentorshipLeadership development opportunitiesCredentialing privileges for Backus Hospital