Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or PA - Cardiothoracic Transplant

Johns Hopkins Hospital is seeking an experienced Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) to join our Cardiothoracic Transplant Specialty team. This role is integral in providing specialized care to patients undergoing advanced heart failure treatments, mechanical circulatory support, heart and heart/lung transplantation.

Why Join Our Team?

• Be part of a nationally recognized Cardiaothoracic Transplant Specialty program at one of the world’s leading academic medical centers.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of transplant surgeons, pulmonologists, cardiologists, APPs, and specialized nursing staff.
• Work in an environment that emphasizes cutting-edge treatments, research, and patient-centered care.

Position Overview:

• Specialty: Cardiothoracic Transplant Surgery
• Schedule: Full-time exempt. Five 8-hour day shifts or rotating 10 hour day shifts. Monday – Friday, no weekends or holidays. Rotating Triage call

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive pre- and post-transplant care for patients with advanced heart failure.
• Assist in managing mechanical circulatory support devices (LVADs, ECMO, etc.) and post-transplant immunosuppression.
• Perform patient evaluations, diagnostic assessments, and implement evidence-based treatment plans.
• Collaborate with transplant surgeons and cardiologists in rounding, patient management, and procedural assistance.
• Educate patients and families on transplant procedures, medications, and long-term care plans.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research efforts to advance cardiac transplant outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA-C) licensed in Maryland (or eligible for licensure).
• Prior experience in cardiac surgery, transplant, critical care, or cardiology strongly preferred.
• Experience in post-transplant care, mechanical circulatory support, and advanced heart failure management a plus.
• Strong clinical skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and commitment to patient-centered care.

Benefits: Johns Hopkins Hospital | Your benefits virtually

Join a World-Class Team in Cardiac Transplantation

If you are passionate about advanced cardiac care and transplantation, we encourage you to apply and become part of an exceptional team at Johns Hopkins Hospital.

Salary Range: Minimum 55.81/hour - Maximum 86.51/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

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