Surgery - General Nurse Practitioner

Job Title: Cardiac Surgery Nurse Practitioner Cardiovascular ICU Colorado Springs, CO


Why Join This Opportunity?
Join a leading facility in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative multidisciplinary team. This full-time role offers a mix of ICU management, outpatient clinics, and OR coverage, with opportunities for bonuses and relocation assistance. Immediate start available for qualified candidates eager to make a difference in patient care.


Quick Facts

• Location: 1400 East Boulder Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
• Start Date: Urgent need, flexible start date
• Duration: Full-Time, ongoing
• Shift: Mixture of ICU, clinic, and OR coverage (varied shifts Monday-Friday)
• Hours/Week: 36-40 hours
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Required Certifications: AANP, ANCC, BLS (AHA), Board Certified, DEA
• Experience: Prior experience in cardiac or cardiovascular surgery and ICU management preferred

Pay & Benefits

• Pay Package: Competitive annual salary between $100,588 and $143,769 (based on experience)
• Additional Compensation: Eligibility for quality and productivity bonuses; relocation bonus for qualifying candidates
• Perks & Benefits:
  • Paid malpractice insurance
  • Generous CME allowance
  • Retirement plans with employer match (403(b) and optional 457(b
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (including dependent coverage)
  • Wellness programs and flexible spending accounts
  • Paid time off from day one, plus paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLI)
  • Tuition assistance for continuing education

What You ll Do

• Provide advanced clinical care for cardiothoracic surgery patients with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered service
• Assist in cardiac surgeries, including performing endoscopic vein harvesting and first assisting as needed
• Manage ICU and cardiovascular surgical patients, conducting rounds and evaluations in CVICU, on the floor, and in clinics
• Participate in bi-weekly clinics and see patients on additional days as required
• Rotate through operating room coverage Monday-Friday
• Collaborate with surgeons, physicians, intensivists, and healthcare team members in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment
• Order, interpret, and evaluate laboratory and diagnostic tests
• Develop, implement, and adjust care plans based on patient outcomes
• Prescribe medications in accordance with regulatory policies
• Perform bedside procedures as appropriate for the patient population
• Maintain detailed, timely documentation of all clinical care
• Demonstrate expert clinical judgment and work independently under physician supervision
• Stay current with continuing medical education to meet licensing and certification requirements
• Adapt seamlessly to high-pressure, evolving clinical settings

What You Need

• Required:
  • Valid licensure and certifications: AANP, ANCC, BLS (AHA), DEA, Board Certification in relevant specialty
  • Experience in cardiac or cardiovascular surgery and ICU patient management
• Preferred:
  • Prior experience assisting in cardiac surgeries
  • Strong teamwork and problem-solving skills

About the Assignment
Join a dedicated Cardiac Surgery team at a leading facility in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The position combines ICU management, outpatient clinics, and surgical assistance roles, offering a fulfilling full-time opportunity to impact patient lives through expert care and collaboration.


Compliance:
VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ( EEO )/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply .