Job Title: Cardiac ICU Nurse Specialist (NP/PA – CVICU / Cardiac Critical Care)
Company Overview:
Pulivarthi Group is a premier global provider of staffing and IT technology solutions, renowned for delivering exceptional services tailored to each client's unique needs. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, we merge expertise with innovation, ensuring cost-effective solutions of the highest quality. Our diverse client base spans healthcare, finance, government, and beyond, reflecting our adaptability and proficiency across industries. Operating in the United States and Canada, we pride ourselves on aligning with clients' cultures, deploying top-tier talent, and utilizing cutting-edge technologies. Pulivarthi Group stands as a beacon of reliability, efficiency, and innovation in the realm of staffing solutions.
Job Overview / Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Cardiac ICU Specialist (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to provide advanced care for critically ill cardiac patients in a high-acuity CVICU environment. This role focuses on managing complex cardiac conditions, advanced mechanical circulatory support, and collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
Responsibilities:
Perform comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and management of critically ill cardiac patients.
Manage patients with acute decompensated heart failure, cardiogenic shock, and post-MI complications.
Manage temporary mechanical circulatory support devices including ECMO, Impella, IABP, and ventricular assist devices under established protocols.
Collaborate with cardiologists, intensivists, cardiac surgeons, and the broader care team to optimize outcomes.
Monitor, titrate, and wean vasoactive medications, inotropes, and mechanical support devices.
Coordinate patient transitions between levels of care, including step-down and tertiary transfers.
Work collaboratively with nursing staff, pharmacists, therapists, nutritionists, and other team members.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, protocol development, and cardiac critical care research.
Primary Skills:
Advanced cardiac and critical care assessment.
Hemodynamic monitoring and interpretation.
ECMO, Impella, IABP, and VAD management.
Vasoactive medication titration.
Acute cardiac patient stabilization.
Secondary Skills (Good to Have):
Research and protocol development experience.
Teaching or academic hospital exposure.
Quality improvement project involvement.
Qualifications:
Master’s degree in Nursing (MSN) or Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) required.
Active, unrestricted NP or PA license in the state of practice.
National certification (ACNP, AGACNP, or NCCPA) required.
Current BLS and ACLS certification.
Critical care or cardiac certification (CCRN, CSC, or equivalent) preferred.
Minimum 2–3 years of experience in cardiac critical care, CVICU, or related specialty preferred.
Strong proficiency with ECMO, Impella, IABP, and advanced hemodynamic monitoring.
Benefits / Perks:
Competitive compensation.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
Retirement plan options.
Continuing education and professional development support.
Supportive, collaborative clinical environment.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Pulivarthi Group is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture and celebrate authenticity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.
