Cardiology Nurse Practitioner

Job Title : Locum Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant Cardiovascular Surgery

Location : Portland, Maine

Overview :

Join a nationally respected Cardiovascular Surgery team as a Locum NP or PA in beautiful Portland, ME . This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled Advanced Practice Provider to step into a high-acuity inpatient setting , contributing meaningfully to a cohesive, collaborative, and independent APP group that plays a vital role in patient care.

Position Highlights :

Assignment Length : 3 6 months (with potential to extend)

Work Schedule :

OR Rotation : Four hour shifts per week

ICU Rotation : Three hour shifts per week (includes overnight in-house coverage)

Weekends : 1 in 4 or 5 on-call (Friday 6 PM Monday 6 AM)

Weekday Call : 1 2 evenings per week (6 PM 6 AM)

Volume & Team :

7 Adult Cardiovascular Surgeons

32 Advanced Practice Providers

1,600 pump cases annually

All adult cardiac surgery procedures performed except transplants

Key Responsibilities :

Independently manage complex ICU cases in a high-acuity environment

Vein harvesting using Maquet Hemopro2 EVH System

Assist in the operating room (OR) autonomously

Collaborate with a tight-knit, experienced APP team and surgeon group

Participate in call and weekend rotations as scheduled

Why You'll Love This Role :

High degree of autonomy and respect within a collaborative APP group

Immediate credentialing support, including emergency privileges

Supportive and team-oriented environment with strong physician-APP relationships

Requirements :

Board Certified NP / PA with Acute Care Certification Required

Active ME License or IMLC Compact License Required

Fully COVID & Flu vaccinated Required

Proficient in vein harvesting and OR assistance Required

Independent ICU management experience Required

Ready to elevate your career and make a real impact?

Apply now to join one of the most respected cardiovascular surgery programs in the Northeast.