Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner - Locum Tenens

About the role

This position involves providing comprehensive cardiothoracic surgical coverage in a trauma facility, including inpatient care, operating room procedures, and emergency room support. The clinician will handle full scope cardiothoracic cases, assist in surgeries, manage ICU patients, perform rounding, and conduct consultations. Prescriptive authority is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform full scope cardiothoracic surgeries and assist in procedures
• Manage ICU patients and conduct rounds
• Provide consults across various hospital settings
• Offer on-site coverage during day shifts with required call duties

Requirements

• Ability to perform full scope cardiothoracic surgery and assist in procedures
• Prescriptive authority is mandatory
• Experience in ICU management and patient rounding
• Competence to handle diverse patient populations of all ages

Additional Details

• Work is on-site in a trauma hospital environment
• Varied case load and patient volume
• Support staff details to be confirmed
• Travel and lodging are covered for clinicians