Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in NY

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference Id: ORD-201863-NP-NY
• Title: NP
• Dates Needed: Ongoing
• Shift Type: Day Shift; Night Shift; Call
• Assignment Type: Inpatient; OR; ER
• Call Required: Yes
• Board Certification Required: No
• Job Duration: Locums

About the Facility

The facility operates a comprehensive cardiothoracic surgery program requiring locum tenens coverage across inpatient, operating room, and emergency department settings. The hospital maintains advanced surgical capabilities and specialized equipment, including Terumo and Hemopro vein harvesting systems. Integrated care coordination is supported across all service areas to facilitate continuity of patient care. Experienced surgical support is required to maintain quality care standards for cardiothoracic procedures throughout the coverage period.

About the Facility Location

The area features diverse recreational opportunities along the Hudson River, with Sinatra Park and the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway providing scenic waterfront access. Nyack Beach State Park offers 61 acres of riverfront activities including picnicking, hiking, and bicycling along the Hudson in Rockland County. The region includes educational attractions such as Liberty Science Center and proximity to major universities including Cornell University and Syracuse University. Natural attractions like Watkins Glen State Park complement entertainment venues such as Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino. The Hudson Valley supports cycling activities and multi-day bike tours, making it suitable for outdoor recreation throughout the year.

About the Clinician's Workday

The nurse practitioner will provide cardiothoracic surgery support across inpatient units, operating rooms, and emergency departments on an on-site basis. Primary responsibilities include first-assisting on cardiac surgery cases, performing endoscopic vein harvesting with Terumo and Hemopro systems, and conducting radial artery harvesting procedures. Coverage is structured across day and night shifts with call responsibilities on a 1:6 call schedule. The clinician will manage pre-operative and post-operative patient care across all three settings. Treatment plans for cardiac and thoracic surgical patients are to be coordinated in collaboration with surgical teams and nursing staff.

Additional Job Details

• Case Load/PPD: Variable
• Support Staff: tbd
• Patient Population: All Ages
• Call Ratio/Schedule: 1:6
• Location Type: On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required: No
• Government: No

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