A rare opportunity for Nurse Practitioners specializing in Cardiovascular care to join a dynamic team in an inpatient setting. This position involves working closely with surgeons and physician assistants to perform advanced cardiothoracic procedures, primarily in the ICU and operating room. Call coverage is required, and the schedule offers the chance to make a significant impact in patient care.
Key Details
- Assignment Type : Locum Tenens
- Setting : Hospital / Inpatient
- Start Date : ASAP - Ongoing
- Schedule : Varied; 7 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM with evening and weekend call coverage
- Patient Population : Adult
- Location : Spokane, WA
- Stipends : Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates
Benefits
Weekly direct depositMalpractice insurance with tail coverageSupportive credentialing assistanceLodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)Flexible schedulingJob Responsibilities
First assist in cardiothoracic surgeriesRound and discharge patients every morningManagement of medications, labs, and patient consultsChest tube management and removalAttend multidisciplinary rounds when on callHandle emergency cases and calls from the critical care unitQualifications
ACLS certification requiredPreferably board certified or board eligibleStrong experience in cardiovascular proceduresExperience with endoscopic vein and radial harvesting is advantageousWorking Hours
Daily shifts from 7 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PMCall rotation every third day and every fourth weekendSkills
Proficiency in robotic and traditional procedures using DaVinci Xi RobotEffective communication skills for patient consults and team collaborationAbility to manage multiple tasks and work efficiently under pressureFamiliarity with ICU and OR protocols and procedures