Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Cardiothoracic Surgery NP OpportunityJoin a well-established cardiovascular surgery team at a respected regional health system in Maryland. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery NP seeking a consistent weekday schedule, a supportive surgical environment, and the ability to focus on high-acuity cardiac cases without call or weekend responsibilities.Position HighlightsFull-time locum tenens opportunityWeekday schedule onlyNo call requiredNo weekend coverageOngoing assignment with the potential for long-term continuityWork alongside an experienced cardiothoracic surgery teamEpic EMRTravel and lodging assistance available for qualifying providersClinical ResponsibilitiesFirst assist in cardiothoracic surgery proceduresEndoscopic vein harvestingPre-operative and post-operative patient managementCollaboration with surgeons, advanced practice providers, nursing staff, and ancillary teamsManagement of cardiovascular surgical patients throughout the continuum of careDesired ExperiencePrevious Cardiothoracic Surgery experience requiredStrong first assist experience in cardiac surgeryEndoscopic vein harvesting experience requiredComfortable working in a fast-paced surgical environmentAbility to manage complex cardiac surgery patients as part of a multidisciplinary teamRequired QualificationsActive Maryland Nurse Practitioner licenseBoard Certified Nurse PractitionerACLS and BLS certificationsDEA and CSRMinimum of 2 years of relevant clinical experienceWhy This Opportunity?Predictable Monday through Friday scheduleHigh-demand specialty with a stable coverage needCollaborative team environmentOpportunity to work with advanced cardiac surgery casesStreamlined credentialing process with temporary privileges availableIf you're an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery NP with first assist and vein harvesting expertise, we'd love to discuss this opportunity with you.