Cardiothoracic Surgery NP/PA

Market Street Staffing • Topeka, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an ongoing coverage need for two Cardiothoracic Surgery NP/PA positions. The role involves inpatient, OR, and call coverage with an average census of 2-10 patients and a 17-bed ICU. The facility utilizes Maquet Vasoview EVH. The coverage is needed for two weeks per month, Monday-Friday, with rotating night and weekend call. The patient population is adult. The EMR system used is EPIC. Expedited/Temporary privileges are available.

Requirements

• Active Kansas licensure
• Board certification
• AHA BLS and ACLS certifications
• Minimum 1-year Cardiothoracic Surgery experience or equivalent
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree focused on an NP specialty (e.g., family practice, adult-gerontology, pediatrics) OR Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) degree from an accredited program
• Active and unencumbered advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license in Kansas OR Active and unencumbered physician assistant (PA) license in Kansas
• National certification as an NP in a relevant specialty area by a recognized certifying body (e.g., American Academy of Nurse Practitioners [AANP]) OR National certification from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
• At least one year of experience in a clinical setting relevant to their specialty

Nice To Haves

• Strong clinical knowledge and assessment skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with patients
• Proficiency in performing physical examinations and procedures relevant to their specialty
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to diagnose and manage complex medical conditions
• Time management skills to efficiently manage a patient workload
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a healthcare team

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to diagnose and treat a variety of medical conditions
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests
• Prescribe medications and manage chronic conditions
• Provide patient education and counseling on healthy lifestyle choices
• Perform procedures as permitted by state regulations and APP specialty
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care
• Document patient care accurately and thoroughly

Benefits

• If you reside greater than 50 miles from the facility you are eligible for travel benefits. You will have your travel and lodging arranged by our travel department and paid for in full.
• This position is offered as an independent contractor (1099) role and does not include the typical benefits associated with a W-2 employment, such as health insurance, retirement contributions, or paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level