Cardiothoracic Surgery & ICU - Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner

Location: 80 Seymour Street, Hartford, CT (10008) – Hartford HealthCare’s nationally recognized Heart & Vascular Institute.

About the Role

Hartford HealthCare’s Department of Cardiac Surgery, a prestigious 15-star Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) program, seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join its award-winning team. Based at Hartford Hospital, one of the largest surgical centers in the Northeast, the program is celebrated for excellence in cardiac surgery, innovative care, and superior patient outcomes.

This role is open to Physician Assistants and Acute Care Nurse Practitioners. The position is inpatient-based, located at 79 Jefferson Street, Hartford, CT (06102).

Responsibilities

• Manage preoperative and postoperative care for cardiac surgery patients.
• Perform bedside procedures including central venous and arterial line placement, intra-aortic balloon pump removal, and others.
• Provide care for patients undergoing advanced procedures such as heart transplants, ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation), mechanical circulatory support, and transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR).
• Conduct thorough patient assessments, develop individualized care plans, and closely monitor progress.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes through teamwork and concise communication.
• Support seamless transitions of care between the ICU, step-down, and floor settings.
• Provide patient and family education, ensuring a clear understanding of the surgical process and recovery journey.

Schedule

• Full-time, 3x13s (nights). Premium differentials offered.
• Day/night/weekend/holiday rotation available, with permanent night positions offered.
• No call schedule.

Benefits

• Market-leading compensation and premium shift differentials.
• Comprehensive benefits package and generous paid time off.
• Paid CME time off plus a CME budget.
• Reimbursed professional licenses and dues.
• Enhanced Tuition Assistance and Higher Education Partnerships.
• Voluntary benefits including student loan programs, home/auto/renters’ insurance, identity theft protection, legal services, pet insurance, and more.
• Employee discount programs and colleague assistance programs for personal and work-life issues.
• Family care benefits through Care.com, including emergency back-up care for children, adults, and pets.

Professional Development

• Comprehensive training and mentorship with a robust onboarding process for both experienced and new graduate APPs.
• Ongoing professional development tailored to cardiac surgery care, including weekly CME opportunities.
• Access to leadership development programs and a culture that fosters innovation and professional advancement.
• World-class resources, including the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most advanced medical simulation training centers globally.

About Hartford HealthCare’s Heart & Vascular Institute

The Heart & Vascular Institute at Hartford Hospital is a national leader in advanced cardiac care, offering innovative treatments, groundbreaking research, and superior outcomes.

Requirements

• Certified Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (APRN).
• Preferably 1+ years of relevant experience in Cardiac Surgery, critical care, or surgical settings (new graduates are welcome to apply).
• Eligible for licensure in the state of Connecticut.