Perm - Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Cardiothoracic Colorado Springs, CO
Job at a glance
Job description
Cardiac Surgery Team in Colorado Springs, Colorado is actively seeking an experienced Cardiac Surgery Nurse Practitioner to join their innovative, patient-centered cardiothoracic team.
This is a full-time permanent opportunity (NO locums or locums-to-perm) with a highly respected cardiovascular program.
Job Responsibilities
Assist in cardiac surgeries (including endoscopic vein harvesting & first assisting)
ICU & CVICU management, rounding, floor & clinic care
2 full clinic days weekly
OR coverage Monday–Friday rotation
Work alongside surgeons, intensivists & multidisciplinary teams
Qualifications
ANCC or AANPCB Certification
Minimum 3+ years cardiac/cardiovascular surgery experience
ICU management experience required
Endoscopic vein harvesting & first assist experience preferred
Active Colorado license (or eligible)
Unrestricted DEA
Recent NPDB self-query (within 30 days)
Eligible for Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement
Working Hours
OR rotation Monday–Friday
2 full clinic days per week
Additional ICU/CVICU rounding as needed
Skills
Advanced cardiovascular monitoring
Surgical first assist expertise
Independent clinical judgment
Multidisciplinary team collaboration
Adaptability in high-acuity clinical settings