Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner

Adelphi Staffing•Silverdale, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner specializing in Cardiovascular/Cardiothoracic Surgery for a locum tenens position in Silverdale, Washington. This role involves both inpatient and outpatient settings, with a focus on clinical duties and call coverage. The coverage period is ASAP and ongoing, with a varied shift schedule and beeper call type. The reason for coverage is the retirement of the current APP. Travel, lodging, and malpractice insurance are covered. Patients are 100% adults, with an average daily volume of 5-10 patients. Admissions range from 0-3 per day. Rounding is included as needed. The case mix includes cardiac surgery (CABG, valve repair/replacement, aneurysm repair) and thoracic surgery (lung resection, chest wall procedures). The facility uses Epic EMR and has support staff including RN Navigators, MAs, 2 Physicians, and 4 Midlevels (PA/NPs). Hospital privileges are required, with a credentialing timeline of 3+ months. Required procedures include general CV/thoracic surgery (open), coronary artery bypass surgery (on pump), valvular repair, and valvular replacement.

Requirements

Board Certified NP required
WA license highly preferred, will consider obtaining during credentialing
Cardiothoracic surgery experience, including OR and ICU/acute care management required
Clean malpractice/background highly preferred
Self-query NPDB report required at presentation
Local provider highly preferred (no flights)

Responsibilities

First-assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures including CABG, valve repair/replacement, aneurysm repair, and lung resections.
Manage pre- and post-operative care in ICU and acute care inpatient units.
Perform daily rounds on hospitalized surgical patients and provide necessary assessments and interventions.
Provide limited outpatient clinic coverage (approximately 5% of time).
Participate in call rotation (weeknight overnight call 5p–7a and weekend call) for emergent surgical consults and patient management.