Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Cardiothoracic Surgery

This is a contract, on-site position at the Associate experience level, offering a valuable opportunity to provide high-quality patient care within a specialized surgical environment.

In this role, you will support cardiothoracic surgical teams in delivering comprehensive pre-operative, peri-operative, and post-operative care. You will work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive safe, coordinated, and effective treatment throughout their surgical journey within the medical practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-operative assessments and evaluate patient histories, diagnostic results, and surgical candidacy
• Assist surgeons during cardiothoracic procedures and provide peri-operative support
• Perform post-operative rounds and manage patient recovery, pain control, and complications
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests, imaging, and laboratory results
• Develop and implement individualized patient care plans in collaboration with the surgical team
• Write and maintain accurate, timely medical documentation and progress notes
• Provide patient and family education on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and discharge instructions
• Coordinate discharge planning and follow-up care with primary care providers and specialists
• Prescribe medications and manage treatment regimens in accordance with clinical guidelines and practice protocols
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, infection control policies, and quality improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted license as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in the applicable state
• Graduate of an accredited NP or PA program with a valid national board certification
• Prior clinical experience in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiac surgery, or a related surgical specialty
• Strong knowledge of cardiothoracic anatomy, physiology, and perioperative management
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and clinical documentation standards
• Active BLS and ACLS certifications; PALS certification is a plus
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team collaboration skills

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity surgical environment and make sound clinical decisions under pressure

Beeper call shifts required, callback is rare

First-assist

Must do vein harvesting

Support Staff: Surgeons, APPs

EMR: Cerner

Must be board-certified

Paid travel & expenses