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Providence
Santa Rosa, California

Nurse Practitioner Cardiothoracic Surgery- Santa Rosa, CA

Nurse PractitionerNo callNo nightsFull-Time Physician-Supervised State

Listed compensation

$170k-$215k

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Job Description

Providence Medical Group is seeking a dedicated Full-time Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with expertise in Cardiovascular Surgery to join our respected team. This opportunity offers a collaborative, patient-centered environment where your skills and contributions make a meaningful impact.

Located in vibrant Santa Rosa, CA—renowned for its natural beauty, proximity to Northern California beaches, San Francisco, and world‑class wine country—this role provides both professional satisfaction and an exceptional quality of life.

It’s an excellent fit for individuals seeking a rewarding career supported by a strong sense of community and a healthy work–life balance. sion focused and community centric, with a proud 150+ year heritage of caring for patients from all walks of life, including the disadvantaged, underserved and uninsured.

The Value of Working with Us

  • Full-Time
  • 10-hour shifts
  • Daytime Coverage
  • No call required
  • Rounding/Consult/procedure prep position
  • Level II trauma center
  • Collegial and supportive culture
  • Providence Medical Group providers are eligible for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program
  • Compensation is between $169,714 and $214,629 per year (Salary based on Full time)

The posted salary reflects the starting range of total compensation and may include productivity bonuses, incentives related to quality and performance, hospital/ED call stipends, extra shift incentives, and other forms of cash compensation as applicable to the position.

In addition, providers typically receive a CME allowance and other benefits offered by their medical group employer. Please note that this salary range is provided in accordance with State law and is subject to variation due to the factors noted above.

Working in Northern California

Providence Medical Group provides high quality care for and surrounding communities. Our regional group has nearly 500 physicians/APCs and a tradition of excellence that extends from routine care to leading-edge surgical procedures. The Sonoma market has 40+ clinic locations.

Providence Santa Rosa Memorial Hospital, the region’s only Level II Trauma Center, has served the community for 70+ years and is accompanied by hospitals in Healdsburg and Petaluma that provide compassionate care to all.

Living in Northern California

Sonoma County’s rolling hills, picturesque vineyards and rugged coastline offer stunning natural beauty just a short drive away from Santa Rosa, the area’s urban center. The region is home to world-class wineries and cuisine, presented in a casual and inviting atmosphere.

The county offers a strong sense of community, and families can enjoy a wide range of outdoor activities in the area’s state and regional parks. Higher education is easily accessible at Santa Rosa Junior College and Sonoma State University.

Working for Providence

Providence is a nationally recognized, comprehensive health care organization spanning seven states with a universal mission - to provide compassionate care to all who need its services, especially the poor and vulnerable. Its 119,000-plus caregivers/employees serve in 51 hospitals, more than 800 clinics and a comprehensive range of health and social services. Providence: one name, one family, one extraordinary health system.

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected.

Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

The Sisters of Providence and Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange have deep roots in California, bringing health care and education to communities from the redwood forests to the beach shores of Orange county - and everywhere in between. In Northern California, Providence provides health care services to Eureka, Fortuna, Healdsburg, Napa, Petaluma and Santa Rosa.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Key Responsibilities

The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will provide cardiovascular surgical support, including rounding, consultations, and procedure preparation. They will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team at a Level II trauma center to deliver high-quality patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must be a licensed Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with expertise in cardiovascular surgery. The role requires the ability to work full-time, 10-hour daytime shifts in a clinical hospital setting.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

ConsultationClinical documentationCollaborationPatient-centered careSurgical assistance

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Nurse Practitioner Cardiothoracic Surgery- Santa Rosa, CA at Providence a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Surgery (NP) — ranked against 337 active Surgery (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no night shifts.

Surgery — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 50 active Surgery listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 68% have no call, 74% require no weekends.

Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Surgery by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.9 / 10 · top 10% in surgery (np)ranked against 337 Surgery (NP) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$170k–$215kSurgery median $160k (middle half $138k–$183k)30 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$174k in purchasing powerCalifornia index 110.7 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Surgery listings in California43 active342 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 30% remote · 68% no call · 74% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentCalifornia Nurse Practitioner listings: 17% state a sign-on bonus (median $18k) · 12% offer loan repayment1,127 active listings, Oct 2026
Surgery pay trend+4.6% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Implied production pay~$250k$50/wRVU × 5,000 wRVUsCMS CPT frequencies; WeekdayDoc listing median $/wRVU
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (337 Surgery (NP) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024), CMS Physician Fee Schedule; as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 6.9
Among the best 10% of Surgery (NP) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 337 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No nights
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About Providence

Hospitals and Health Care
Redondo Beach, California
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) with employer match
Paid Parental Leave
Vacation

Living in Santa Rosa

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$704k≈ 4.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,582/mo≈ 18% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
107.8
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.