Nurse Practitioner- CV/CT Surgery - First Assist

CV/CT Surgery First Assist Nurse Practitioner (RNFA Required)Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery team as a First Assist at The Heart Hospital Baylor Plano, with occasional floating to our Heart Hospitals in Dallas and Frisco.Position OverviewThe CV/CT Surgery First Assist Nurse Practitioner will work closely with a highly collaborative surgical team, providing perioperative care and first-assist support for cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgical procedures. This role offers a predictable weekday schedule with structured call coverage in a well-established heart program.ScheduleMonday–Friday, typically 7:00 AM – 3:30 PMSchedule may vary when assigned to callCall RequirementsRotating weekday call (approximately once per week)Rotating weekend call (Friday–Sunday) every 4th or 5th weekendPractice SettingPrimary location: The Heart Hospital Baylor PlanoOccasional floating to Dallas and Frisco Heart HospitalsCase Volume1–2 cardiovascular surgery cases per day, depending on call coverageTeam Structure14 Surgeons12 Advanced Practice Providers (APPs)Established, collaborative CV surgery serviceKey ResponsibilitiesFirst assist in cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgical proceduresPreoperative and postoperative patient managementParticipate in on-call coverage for the CV surgery serviceCollaborate with surgeons, APPs, nursing staff, and multidisciplinary teamsDeliver high-quality, patient-centered surgical careExperience and QualificationsGraduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner programActive or eligible Texas RN and APRN licenseCertified Registered Nurse First Assistant (RNFA) requiredCardiovascular/Cardiothoracic surgical experience strongly preferredWill consider candidates with 2+ years of general surgery or other surgical specialty experienceDemonstrated first-assist and perioperative skill setAbility to work independently in a fast-paced surgical environment while contributing to a team-based cultureWhy Baylor Scott & White HealthNationally recognized heart and vascular programSupportive, team-oriented culturePredictable weekday schedule with structured call rotationOpportunity to practice in a premier Heart Hospital settingBenefitsOur benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%Tuition ReimbursementPTO accrual beginning Day 1Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or levelBelonging StatementWe believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued, and supported.QualificationsEducation - Grad of an Accredited ProgramExperience - More than 1 Year of ExperienceCertification/License/Registration -Nurse Practitioner (NP) Registered Nurse (RN) RN-First Assist (RNFA) Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.