Salary Breakdown
Acute Care Nurses
Average
$81,600
ANNUAL
$39.23
HOURLY
Entry Level
$60,750
ANNUAL
$29.21
HOURLY
Mid Level
$78,260
ANNUAL
$37.63
HOURLY
Expert Level
$100,200
ANNUAL
$48.18
HOURLY
Supporting Programs
Acute Care Nurses
Current Available & Projected Jobs
Acute Care Nurses
Top Expected Tasks
Acute Care Nurses
01
Perform emergency medical procedures, such as basic cardiac life support (BLS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), and other condition-stabilizing interventions.
02
Manage patients' pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions, monitoring patients' responses, and changing care plans accordingly.
03
Document data related to patients' care, including assessment results, interventions, medications, patient responses, or treatment changes.
04
Diagnose acute or chronic conditions that could result in rapid physiological deterioration or life-threatening instability.
05
Administer blood and blood product transfusions or intravenous infusions, monitoring patients for adverse reactions.
06
Assess urgent and emergent health conditions, using both physiologically and technologically derived data.
07
Assess the impact of illnesses or injuries on patients' health, function, growth, development, nutrition, sleep, rest, quality of life, or family, social and educational relationships.
08
Interpret information obtained from electrocardiograms (EKGs) or radiographs (x-rays).
09
Obtain specimens or samples for laboratory work.
10
Adjust settings on patients' assistive devices, such as temporary pacemakers.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Acute Care Nurses
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Medicine and Dentistry
KNOWLEDGE
Customer and Personal Service
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
KNOWLEDGE
Education and Training
KNOWLEDGE
Psychology
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Monitoring
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Service Orientation
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Problem Sensitivity
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Information Ordering
Job Opportunities
Acute Care Nurses
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Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Blood & Marrow Transplant
Mayo Clinic Phoenix, AZ 85067Posted about 17 hours**Why Mayo Clinic**
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
**Benefits Highlights**
+ Medical: Multiple plan options.
+ Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
+ Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
+ Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
+ Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
**Responsibilities**
**Mayo Clinic Arizona is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals with a strong interest in hematology to join our Blood & Marrow Transplant department.** As a Hematology and Cellular Therapy Specialist, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional care to patients undergoing hematology, transplant, and cellular therapy treatments. We are looking for team players who are committed to excellence and compassionate patient care.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Provide comprehensive care to hematology, transplant, and cellular therapy patients in the inpatient setting.
+ Work 10-12 hour daytime shifts, including rotations to the Cellular Therapy Clinic.
+ Participate in a rotational schedule for holidays and weekends.
+ Cross-train in the outpatient setting and provide night coverage as needed, based on department requirements.
_During the selection process you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question – Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps._
**Qualifications**
**Acute Care Nurse Practitioner:** Masters-prepared graduate of an accredited school of nursing and Nurse Practitioner program. Current AZ RN and APRN license and certification as an ACNP.
**Physician Assistant:** Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program with current PA certification by NCCPA and registration as a PA by the AZ State Board of Medical Practice.
**Additional Qualifications:**
+ Active BLS and ACLS, RN First Assist certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross at start date and DEA registration required.
+ Strong interest in hematology and cellular therapy.
+ Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
+ Previous experience in hematology or transplant care is preferred but not required.
**Exemption Status**
Exempt
**Compensation Detail**
Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
**Benefits Eligible**
Yes
**Schedule**
Full Time
**Hours/Pay Period**
80
**Schedule Details**
Inpatient 12 hour shifts
Cellular Therapy Clinic 10-12 hour shifts**Weekend Schedule**
Rotating weekend and holiday schedule
**International Assignment**
No
**Site Description**
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)
**Equal Opportunity**
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
**Recruiter**
LaTasha Perkins
**Equal opportunity**
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
Employment TypeFull Time
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Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Inpatient Neurology
Mayo Clinic Phoenix, AZ 85067Posted about 17 hours**Why Mayo Clinic**
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
**Benefits Highlights**
+ Medical: Multiple plan options.
+ Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
+ Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
+ Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
+ Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
**Responsibilities**
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant has advanced health assessment and decision-making skills, prepared through a formal educational program that meets criteria established by the profession. Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants are certified by examination of an approved certifying body.
This individual works in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals to provide health care across the continuum of care for assigned patients. Provides primary health care and/or specialty-specific care to individuals and families. The provision of care includes, but is not limited to: comprehensive assessment, ordering, conducting and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescription of pharmacological agents and treatments, and non-pharmacological therapies. Nurse Practitioners: Teaching and counseling individuals, families, and groups are an important part of the Nurse Practitioner's practice. Physician Assistants: Monitors the effectiveness of the therapeutic interventions. Makes appropriate referrals. Performs minor procedures as approved by the AZ Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants.
This individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span. The ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient's age-specific needs is required. The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant demonstrates leadership through involvement on committees and team projects, education, and research and actively seeks to improve the practice through performance improvement initiatives. Active in professional organizations and participates in community activities. The American Nurses Association (ANA) Nursing: Scope and Standards of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, Rules of the Arizona State Board of Nursing are the basis for practice.
_During the selection process you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question – Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps._
**Qualifications**
**Acute Care Nurse Practitioner:** Masters-prepared graduate of an accredited school of nursing and Nurse Practitioner program. Current AZ RN and APRN license and certification as a ACNP.
**Physician Assistant:** Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program with current PA certification by NCCPA and registration as a PA by the AZ State Board of Medical Practice.
**Additional Qualifications:**
Active BLS, ACLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross at start date and DEA registration required
**Exemption Status**
Exempt
**Compensation Detail**
Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
**Benefits Eligible**
Yes
**Schedule**
Full Time
**Hours/Pay Period**
80
**Schedule Details**
Primarily weekdays with rotating weekends
**Weekend Schedule**
Primarily weekdays with rotating weekends
**International Assignment**
No
**Site Description**
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)
**Equal Opportunity**
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
**Recruiter**
LaTasha Perkins
**Equal opportunity**
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
Employment TypeFull Time
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Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Transplant Surgery (Night Shift)
Mayo Clinic Phoenix, AZ 85067Posted about 17 hours**Why Mayo Clinic**
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
**Benefits Highlights**
+ Medical: Multiple plan options.
+ Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
+ Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
+ Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
+ Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
**Responsibilities**
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled healthcare professional to join our **Transplant Abdominal Surgery team in providing inpatient post-operative management for kidney, pancreas, and liver transplant recipients. This is a Night shift only – includes weekends and holidays position.** A cover letter is preferred and should be included with the application.
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant has advanced health assessment and decision-making skills, prepared through a formal educational program that meets criteria established by the profession. Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants are certified by examination of an approved certifying body.
This individual works in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals to provide health care across the continuum of care for assigned patients. Provides primary health care and/or specialty-specific care to individuals and families. The provision of care includes, but is not limited to: comprehensive assessment, ordering, conducting and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescription of pharmacological agents and treatments, and non-pharmacological therapies. Nurse Practitioners: Teaching and counseling individuals, families, and groups are an important part of the Nurse Practitioner's practice. Physician Assistants: Monitors the effectiveness of the therapeutic interventions. Makes appropriate referrals. Performs minor procedures as approved by the AZ Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants.
This individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span. The ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient's age-specific needs is required. The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant demonstrates leadership through involvement on committees and team projects, education, and research and actively seeks to improve the practice through performance improvement initiatives. Active in professional organizations and participates in community activities. The American Nurses Association (ANA) Nursing: Scope and Standards of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, Rules of the Arizona State Board of Nursing are the basis for practice.
_During the selection process you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question – Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps._
**Qualifications**
**Acute Care Nurse Practitioner:** Masters-prepared graduate of an accredited school of nursing and Nurse Practitioner program. Current AZ RN and APRN license and certification as a ACNP.
**Physician Assistant:** Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program with current PA certification by NCCPA and registration as a PA by the AZ State Board of Medical Practice.
**Additional Qualifications:**
Active BLS and ACLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross at start date and DEA registration required.
+ A cover letter is preferred and should be included with the application.
+ Transplant or Internal Med experience preferred
**Exemption Status**
Exempt
**Compensation Detail**
Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
**Benefits Eligible**
Yes
**Schedule**
Full Time
**Hours/Pay Period**
72
**Schedule Details**
Nights only including weekends and holidays
**Weekend Schedule**
Nights only including weekends and holidays
**International Assignment**
No
**Site Description**
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)
**Equal Opportunity**
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
**Recruiter**
LaTasha Perkins
**Equal opportunity**
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
Employment TypeFull Time
-
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Inpatient Transplant Nephrology
Mayo Clinic Phoenix, AZ 85067Posted about 17 hours**Why Mayo Clinic**
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
**Benefits Highlights**
+ Medical: Multiple plan options.
+ Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
+ Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
+ Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
+ Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
**Responsibilities**
**The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in the Inpatient Nephrology Practice will serve a patient population including patients with post-kidney transplant and post-pancreas transplant in the early post-post transplant phase of care.**
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant has advanced health assessment and decision-making skills, prepared through a formal educational program that meets criteria established by the profession. Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants are certified by examination of an approved certifying body.
This individual works in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals to provide health care across the continuum of care for assigned patients. Provides primary health care and/or specialty-specific care to individuals and families. The provision of care includes, but is not limited to: comprehensive assessment, ordering, conducting and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescription of pharmacological agents and treatments, and non-pharmacological therapies. Nurse Practitioners: Teaching and counseling individuals, families, and groups are an important part of the Nurse Practitioner's practice. Physician Assistants: Monitors the effectiveness of the therapeutic interventions. Makes appropriate referrals. Performs minor procedures as approved by the AZ Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants.
This individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span. The ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient's age-specific needs is required. The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant demonstrates leadership through involvement on committees and team projects, education, and research and actively seeks to improve the practice through performance improvement initiatives. Active in professional organizations and participates in community activities. The American Nurses Association (ANA) Nursing: Scope and Standards of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, Rules of the Arizona State Board of Nursing are the basis for practice.
_During the selection process you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question – Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps._
**Qualifications**
**Acute Care Nurse Practitioner:** Masters-prepared graduate of an accredited school of nursing and Nurse Practitioner program. Current AZ RN and APRN license and certification as an ACNP.
**Physician Assistant:** Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program with current PA certification by NCCPA and registration as a PA by the AZ State Board of Medical Practice.
**Additional Qualifications:**
+ Transplant or Internal Med experience preferred
+ Active BLS and ACLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross at start date and DEA registration required
**Exemption Status**
Exempt
**Compensation Detail**
Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
**Benefits Eligible**
Yes
**Schedule**
Full Time
**Hours/Pay Period**
80
**Schedule Details**
Rotating Days, Nights, Weekends and Holidays
**Weekend Schedule**
Rotating Days, Nights, Weekends and Holidays
**International Assignment**
No
**Site Description**
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)
**Equal Opportunity**
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
**Recruiter**
LaTasha Perkins
**Equal opportunity**
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
Employment TypeFull Time
-
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Neurosurgery
Mayo Clinic Phoenix, AZ 85067Posted about 17 hours**Why Mayo Clinic**
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
**Benefits Highlights**
+ Medical: Multiple plan options.
+ Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
+ Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
+ Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
+ Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
**Responsibilities**
**Neurosurgeons at Mayo Clinic are on the leading edge of treating neurological conditions using the latest innovations and techniques in neurosurgery, such as minimally invasive surgery, robotics, intraoperative MRI, computer-assisted brain surgery, stereotactic radiosurgery, awake brain surgery, and deep brain stimulation.** The Department of Neurosurgery in Arizona has an exciting opportunity for an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant (NP PA) to join their team.
The NP PA works cooperatively with physicians, NPs, PAs, nurses, and other allied health personnel to deliver care to Neurosurgical patients in the inpatient and outpatient settings.
The Acute Care NP or PA performs the following tasks:
+ Obtain a patient history
+ Perform a physical examination
+ Conduct a comprehensive assessment
+ Order, conduct and interpret diagnostic tests
+ Formulate a diagnostic impression
+ Develop and implement a treatment plan
+ Monitor the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions
+ Prescribe pharmacological agents and treatments and non-pharmacological therapies
+ Facilitate appropriate consultations and referrals
+ Provide counseling and education to meet patient needs
100% of days worked will require the NP PA’s presence on the hospital campus. **This is a NON SURGICAL position.**
_During the selection process you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question – Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps._
**Qualifications**
**_Acute care certification is required for NP applicants. 2-5 years of clinical experience is preferred._**
**Acute Care Nurse Practitioner:** Masters-prepared graduate of an accredited school of nursing and Nurse Practitioner program. Current AZ RN and APRN license and certification as a ACNP.
**Physician Assistant:** Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program with current PA certification by NCCPA and registration as a PA by the AZ State Board of Medical Practice.
**Additional Qualifications:**
+ Active BLS and ACLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross at start date and DEA registration required.
+ Excellent verbal, written and oral communication skills.
+ Demonstrated leadership ability.
+ Flexibility to adjust schedule to meet patient and staff needs.
+ Ability to manage time and stress effectively and adapt to unpredictable situations within the patient care setting.
+ Strong computer skills in an Electronic Medical Record preferred.
**Exemption Status**
Exempt
**Compensation Detail**
Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
**Benefits Eligible**
Yes
**Schedule**
Full Time
**Hours/Pay Period**
80
**Schedule Details**
Schedule is M-F, no weekends, no nights, and no holidays
**Weekend Schedule**
no weekends, no nights, and no holidays
**International Assignment**
No
**Site Description**
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)
**Equal Opportunity**
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
**Recruiter**
LaTasha Perkins
**Equal opportunity**
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
Employment TypeFull Time
-
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiothoracic Surgery
Mayo Clinic Phoenix, AZ 85067Posted 10 days**Why Mayo Clinic**
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
**Benefits Highlights**
+ Medical: Multiple plan options.
+ Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
+ Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
+ Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
+ Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
**Responsibilities**
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant has advanced health assessment and decision-making skills, prepared through a formal educational program that meets criteria established by the profession. Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants are certified by examination of an approved certifying body.
This individual works in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals to provide health care across the continuum of care for assigned patients. Provides primary health care and/or specialty-specific care to individuals and families. The provision of care includes, but is not limited to: comprehensive assessment, ordering, conducting and interpreting diagnostic tests, prescription of pharmacological agents and treatments, and non-pharmacological therapies. Nurse Practitioners: Teaching and counseling individuals, families, and groups are an important part of the Nurse Practitioner's practice. Physician Assistants: Monitors the effectiveness of the therapeutic interventions. Makes appropriate referrals. Performs minor procedures as approved by the AZ Regulatory Board of Physician Assistants.
This individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span. The ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient's age-specific needs is required. The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant demonstrates leadership through involvement on committees and team projects, education, and research and actively seeks to improve the practice through performance improvement initiatives. Active in professional organizations and participates in community activities. The American Nurses Association (ANA) Nursing: Scope and Standards of Advanced Practice Registered Nursing, the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses, Rules of the Arizona State Board of Nursing are the basis for practice.
**_Cardiothoracic specific responsibilities:_**
+ **OR first assisting in Thoracic surgery:** Robotic/ Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery and Open Thoracotomy Cases (Lung resections, Lobectomies, Decortications, Pleurodesis). Chest wall reconstruction, Pectus Excavatum Repair, Foregut surgery, Minimally Invasive Esophagectomies, Diaphragmatic, Giant Paraoesophageal, and Hiatal Hernia repairs.
+ Inpatient rounding on post op patients and consults.
+ Outpatient pre and post op clinic.
+ Thoracic call includes Day call (7a-4p: consult pager) Night call (4p-7a includes OR, outpatient and hospital inpatient calls). Night Call obligations 6-8x per month.
+ **Procurement call:** 2x per month (OR backup or Heart Transplant Donor call with Thoracic Surgeon).
_During the selection process you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question – Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The complete interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps._
**Qualifications**
**_New Grads will not be considered at this time._**
**Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner / Acute Care Nurse Practitioner:** Masters-prepared graduate of an accredited school of nursing and Nurse Practitioner program. Current AZ RN and APRN license and certification as an AGACNP or ACNP.
**Physician Assistant:**
Graduate of accredited Physician Assistant program with current PA certification by NCCPA and registration as a PA by the AZ State Board of Medical Practice.
**Additional Qualifications:**
Active BLS, ACLS and RN First Assist certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross at start date and DEA registration required.
**Exemption Status**
Exempt
**Compensation Detail**
Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
**Benefits Eligible**
Yes
**Schedule**
Full Time
**Hours/Pay Period**
80
**Schedule Details**
4x 10 hour shift.
Night call, Weekend and Holiday call**Weekend Schedule**
1 in 3 weekends either Thoracic call or Procurement call (Heart and Lung Transplant).
**International Assignment**
No
**Site Description**
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)
**Equal Opportunity**
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
**Recruiter**
LaTasha Perkins
**Equal opportunity**
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
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