Inpatient Cardiac Surgery Nurse Practitioner - Washington D.C.

Nurse Practitioner Or Physician AssistantWe are looking for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Cardiac Surgery team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. We're helping move cardiovascular care forward regionally and nationally through our MedStar Heart & Vascular Institute, with clinical research, better diagnostic tools, and advanced treatments that are always patient focused. This role will be inpatient based, with the primary duties of the role focused on pre and post operative care and determining patient care plans. The shifts will include days, evenings and weekends; (4) 10 hr. shifts a week. As a MedStar Medical Group clinician, you can expect:A competitive salaryMedical, dental, and vision insurancePaid malpractice insuranceGenerous paid time offCME leave and CME allowanceRetirement plan – 403-B with % employer matchMinimal QualificationsMaster's degree Graduation from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program approved by the Maryland State and/or DC Board Examiners of Nurses. requiredExperience1-2 years 2 year experience as a nurse practitioner or physician assistant - cardiology or surgical experienceThe ideal candidate will have background experience in Cardiac surgery or a surgical setting.Licenses and CertificationsNP - Nurse Practitioner - Licensed in the District of Columbia Maryland or Virginia or any combination as required based on work location(s). May require specialty license based on location. required andCPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required andAdditional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesSuperior verbal and written communication skills. Must have good problem-solving and independent judgment skills. Basic computer skills preferredMedStar Medical Group offers a rewarding career with a unique patient population in the heart of Washington, D.C. Become part of an organization that welcomes your experience, input, and leadership—as a clinician and healthcare expert.This position has a hiring range of USD $115,000.00 - USD $190,000.00 /Yr.