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Cardiology Nurse Practitioner

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lexington, kentucky • Posted 1 weeks ago
Onsite Full Time Healthcare & Medical
JOB OVERVIEW
  • Job Id: A-NP-70329
  • Profession: Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant
  • Specialty: NP/PA - Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery
  • Job Type: Locum Tenens
  • Location: Lexington, KY
  • Service Setting: Inpatient
  • Coverage Type: Clinical + Call
  • Coverage Period: Nov 26, 2026 - Ongoing
  • Shift Schedule: Mon-Fri: 7a-7p
  • Call Schedule:
    • Night call: 7p-7a
    • Weekend call: 7a-7a
  • Call Type: Bepper
  • Reason for Coverage: Supplemental
  • Travel, Lodging and Malpractice Insurance: Covered
COVERAGE DATES
  • Nov 26, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026
  • Dec 18, 2026 - Dec 28, 2026
  • Jan 29, 2027
  • Feb 11, 2027 - Feb 15, 2027
  • Apr 3, 2027 - Apr 11, 2027
  • May 11, 2027 - May 28, 2027
  • Ongoing dates TBD
PATIENT INFORMATION
  • Average Daily Volume: 1-2 surgeries daily
  • Rounding: Weekend rounding included
  • Case Mix: Cardiothoracic surgery (CABG, AVR, MVR, Thoracotomy/lung resection)
FACILITY INFORMATION
  • EMR System: Epic
  • Support Staff Available: None needed
PRIVILEGES & COMPLIANCE
  • Hospital Privileges Required: Yes
  • Credentialing Timeline: 90-110 days
REQUIRED PROCEDURES
  • First assist in CABG, AVR, MVR, and thoracotomy/lung resection cases
  • Vein harvest and chest tube placement
  • OR duties including surgical assisting
  • Telemetry and ICU patient management

JOB REQUIREMENTS
  • Board: Board Certified in relevant specialty
  • Licenses: Active KY license or willingness to obtain
  • DEA: Active DEA Certification
  • Certifications: ACLS, BLS
  • Experience: Proficiency in Cardiothoracic surgery procedures
  • Other Qualifications: Clean malpractice history, Epic EMR proficiency
Duties & Responsibilities
  • First assist in Cardiothoracic surgeries including CABG, AVR, MVR, and thoracotomy/lung resection.
  • Perform OR duties such as vein harvest, chest tube placement, and surgical assisting.
  • Manage telemetry and ICU patients, providing post-operative care and monitoring.
  • Take call duties 1-2 days per week and one weekend per month (Friday 7am to Monday 7am).
  • Conduct inpatient rounds on weekends, covering procedures and surgery duties.


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