Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner

Ascension • Belle Meade, TN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Your future role at a glance
Location: Nashville, TN
Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West
Schedule: Full time

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

How you’ll make an impact in this role
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated Nurse Practitioner to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.
Position Highlights
Provide comprehensive evaluation and management of patients.
Why Physicians Choose Ascension
Physician-led, collaborative culture
Long-term practice stability
National network with local autonomy
Mission-centered care rooted in service

Requirements

• Requires 3+ years of Cardiac or Cardiovascular expertise.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Master's degree of Nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive evaluation and management of patients.
• Inpatient Care: Deliver acute care for cardiac patients in a hospital setting.
• Clinical Collaboration: Partner with CV Surgeons and APPs to coordinate patient management.
• Assessment & Diagnostics: Conduct comprehensive evaluations and interpret diagnostic studies.
• Treatment & Management: Manage health conditions via prescriptive authority or specialist referral.
• Patient Education: Counsel families on treatment plans and preventative health.
• Documentation: Maintain precise medical records per network and specialty standards.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees