Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Company: AMN Healthcare
Location: Stanford
Posted on: February 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description & Requirements Cardiovascular Intensive Care
Unit Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant(NP) StartDate: ASAP
Pay Rate: $200000.00 - $250000.00 Overview: Stanford's
Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) is seeking a highly
skilled and motivated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our
dynamic team. As part of the CVICU team, the APP will play a vital
role in the management of post-operative cardiac surgery patients,
providing high-quality care in a fast-paced and critical
environment. This position offers the opportunity to work with a
multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and other healthcare
providers in a cutting-edge clinical setting. Key Responsibilities:
Patient Care Management Provide comprehensive care to 4-6
post-cardiac surgery patients per shift in the CVICU setting,
including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management.
Manage patient care through rounding, formulating care plans,
putting in orders, and adjusting treatment protocols as necessary.
Monitor patients’ progress and response to treatment, addressing
complications or changes in condition promptly. Coordinate care
with attending surgeons, cardiologists, anesthesiologists, and
other specialists as needed. Perform various procedures, including
but not limited to: Central and Arterial lines Bedside
echocardiography and ultrasound Bronchoscopies Documentation &
Communication: Complete timely and accurate documentation,
including progress notes, procedure reports, and discharge
summaries. Ensure clear and effective communication with the
multidisciplinary team regarding patient status, changes, and
discharge planning. Team Collaboration: Precept and mentor APP
Fellows in the Cardiac Surgery APP Fellowship program, providing
guidance, feedback, and educational opportunities. Supervise and
support student learners (nurse practitioner and physician
assistant students) during clinical rotations. Work closely with
attending surgeons, intensivists, and nursing staff to deliver
optimal patient care in the CVICU. Required Qualifications Minimum
of 1 year of experience as a NP or PA in Inpatient Cardiac Surgery,
Critical Care, or CVICU Facility Location Known as the “Birthplace
of Silicon Valley” and the home of Stanford University, Palo Alto’s
eclectic mix of tradition and innovation makes this California town
a great place to live and work. Located just 35 miles south of San
Francisco, this college town boasts a charming tree-lined downtown,
an abundance of beautiful parks, a medley of cultural offerings and
excellent travel nursing assignments. Job Benefits About the
Company At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most
trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare
organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves
to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.
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