Surgery - General Nurse Practitioner

Perm - Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Colorado Springs, CO


Are you an experienced Nurse Practitioner seeking a rewarding opportunity in a renowned cardiothoracic care center? Join a leading facility in Colorado Springs, CO, and enjoy a stable schedule, competitive compensation, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in patient care. This position offers a full-time schedule with a supportive team, starting as soon as April 28, 2026.


Quick Facts

• Location: 1400 East Boulder Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
• Start Date: 04/28/2026
• End Date/Duration: Permanent
• Shift: M-F, rotating through operating room coverage; full days in clinics and ICU
• Hours/Week: 40 hours/week
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Licenses/Certifications: Nurse Practitioner license in Colorado; DEA certification required
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in cardiovascular or cardiac ICU/ surgery 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
• Insurance & Retirement: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance including dependent coverage; 403(b) with employer match, optional 457(b) plan
• Paid Time Off & Leave: PTO from day one, paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLI)
• Additional Benefits: Paid malpractice insurance, CME allowance, tuition assistance, wellness programs, voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insurance

What You'll Do

• Provide advanced clinical care for cardiothoracic surgery patients, emphasizing compassionate, patient-first treatment
• Assist in cardiac surgeries, including performing endoscopic vein harvesting and assisting in procedures
• Manage ICU and surgical patient care, including rounding and evaluation in CVICU, floors, and clinics
• Participate in two full-day clinics weekly and see additional patients as needed
• Rotate through operating room coverage from Monday to Friday
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, physicians, and healthcare professionals in a multidisciplinary environment
• Order, interpret, and evaluate labs and diagnostic tests
• Develop and follow through on care plans and patient follow-up
• Prescribe medications in line with regulatory requirements
• Perform bedside procedures as appropriate
• Maintain thorough and timely documentation of care provided
• Demonstrate clinical expertise and work independently under physician supervision
• Maintain ongoing education to meet state and national requirements
• Adapt to a dynamic, high-stress clinical setting with flexibility and teamwork

What You Need

• Colorado Nurse Practitioner license
• Minimum 2 years' experience in cardiac or cardiovascular ICU/surgery preferred
• Ability to perform bedside procedures and manage complex patient cases
• Strong communication, team collaboration, and problem-solving skills

About the Assignment
Join a dedicated and innovative team at a top healthcare facility in Colorado Springs, committed to providing world-class cardiothoracic care. This is a full-time, permanent role focusing on clinical excellence, teamwork, and patient-centered outcomes, with a supportive environment that values continuous learning and professional growth.


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