Critical Care, Advanced Practice Provider Critical Care
Job Description Overview Job Title: Critical Care Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Employment Type: Full-Time Organization: Central Maine Healthcare Location: Lewiston, Maine Position Overview Central Maine Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a dedicated Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join its Critical Care team in Lewiston, Maine. This role supports intensivists in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). The APP will function as an integral member of the multidisciplinary critical care team, providing comprehensive patient management, performing procedures, and collaborating with physicians, nurses, and specialists to optimize patient outcomes. Work Schedule Full-time position with a rotating schedule that may include 12-hour shifts, days, nights, weekends, and holidays depending on departmental needs. Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation package Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits Malpractice coverage with tail Retirement plan with employer contribution Paid time off and CME allowance Potential for sign on bonus with options for loan repayment and relocation assistance Why Central Maine Healthcare? At Central Maine Healthcare, you'll have the opportunity to practice meaningful, patient-centered medicine in a collaborative environment where physicians are valued and supported. Our integrated health system offers strong clinical resources, opportunities for professional growth and leadership, competitive compensation, and an exceptional quality of life in Maine. As Maine's second-largest metropolitan area, the Twin Cities provide access to a diverse patient population, a collaborative medical community, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on the health of the region. Join a team where you can build a rewarding career while making a lasting impact on the health of the communities you serve. About the Community Located along the Androscoggin River, Lewiston-Auburn offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity, outdoor adventure, and New England charm. Lewiston-Auburn is also home to a thriving arts and culture scene, community festivals, performing arts venues, and the nationally recognized Bates College. Enjoy an exceptional quality of life with affordable housing, minimal commute times, highly rated schools, and access to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the Northeast. Outdoor enthusiasts can embrace all four seasons with hiking, trail running, mountain biking, boating, kayaking, fishing, golfing, skiing, snowshoeing and snowmobilingall within a short drive of home. Just 40 minutes away, Portland offers one of the most celebrated culinary scenes in the country. From award-winning chefs and fresh Maine seafood to craft breweries, waterfront dining and vibrant farmers markets, the city has become a destination for food lovers from around the world. Responsibilities Provide comprehensive care to critically ill patients in the ICU setting. Conduct patient assessments including history, physical examinations, and ongoing clinical evaluations. Develop and implement treatment plans in collaboration with attending intensivists and the critical care team. Manage acute and chronic conditions affecting critically ill patients including respiratory failure, sepsis, shock, and multi-organ dysfunction. Perform bedside procedures such as central line placement, arterial line insertion, intubation assistance, and other ICU-related procedures consistent with credentialing and training. Interpret diagnostic tests including laboratory results, imaging, and hemodynamic monitoring. Coordinate care with consulting services, nursing staff, respiratory therapy, and other healthcare professionals. Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds and contribute to patient care planning. Document patient encounters and clinical decisions accurately in the electronic medical record. Provide education and support to patients and families regarding treatment plans and prognosis. Qualifications Masters degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program. Current Maine licensure as an NP or PA (or eligibility for licensure). National certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. BLS and ACLS certification required. Critical care or ICU experience preferred. Ability to work effectively in a high-acuity, team-based environment. Employment Status Full Time Shift Days Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022 - 10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
