Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner at Ascension a 2.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Surgery physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Surgery position at Ascension is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

This position is based in Nashville, Tennessee.

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Cardiothoracic surgery, Inpatient care, Acute care, Patient evaluation, Diagnostic interpretation, Clinical collaboration, Prescriptive authority, Patient counseling. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Surgery role.

Core responsibilities: The Nurse Practitioner will provide comprehensive evaluation and management for cardiac patients in an inpatient hospital setting. They will collaborate with cardiovascular surgeons and other advanced practice providers to coordinate patient care and treatment plans.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage, HSA/FSA, 403b with Match, PTO, Holidays. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.