Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Surgery - Cardiothoracic in Cincinnati, OH
Columbus, OH, 43201, USA
- Healthcare
- Full-time
- Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Nurse Practitioner
- Locum Tenens
This locum tenens position seeks a Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner in Cincinnati, OH for a 30-day contract starting February 2026. The NP will perform pre-op exams, coordinate patient care, and manage post-operative duties including rounding and diagnostic testing. Required qualifications include an active Ohio NP license, board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery, and relevant certifications (BLS, ACLS).
Nurse Practitioner | Surgery - Cardiothoracic
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Employer: Wellhart, LLC
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 30 Days
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Wellhart, LLC to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery NP in Cincinnati, Ohio, 45237!
We are seeking a Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner for a 30-day locum tenens assignment in Ohio, starting Feb 23, 2026. This role offers a dynamic schedule with 8a-4p shifts, nightly call from 4p-8a, and 24-hour weekend call two weekends per month. The selected candidate will play a key role in patient care, including pre-op physical exams, coordination of care, and rounding.
Job Details
- Location: Ohio
- Start Date: Feb 23, 2026
- LOA: 30 days
- Provider Type Needed: Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner
- Schedule: 8a-4p, nightly call 4p-8a, 24-hour weekend call; two weekends per month of call
Responsibilities and Duties
- Perform suture removal
- Diagnose and treat illnesses
- Order and interpret diagnostic tests
- Write prescriptions
- Coordinate patient care
- Conduct rounding on patients
- Complete pre-operative physical exams
Additional Information
- Active Ohio NP license required
- Board certification in Cardiothoracic Surgery required
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- 100 percent clean background required; no exceptions
- Prior training and relevant experience required
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
About Wellhart, LLC
Wellhart was founded in 2018 with a mission to tackle the urgent healthcare staffing problem at commercial medical facilities and local, state, and federal government agencies. We're continuously adding new and highly-skilled MDs, CRNAs, nurse practitioners (NPs), and physician assistants (PAs) who work as anesthesiology professionals, hospitalists, emergency medicine professionals, and radiologists to our database.
Our mission is to consistently provide the most elevated level of quality staffing and to offer exceptional client/provider solutions. Wellhart’s ongoing goal is to establish positive, lasting partnerships between our skilled team of motivated professional recruiters, our invaluable providers, and our respected clients.
Whether you’re a new graduate just getting started, or a retiree looking to make some extra money, locum tenens provides benefits that appeal to skilled medical professionals of all ages and situations. Becoming a locum tenens provider allows you to:
*Travel the United States and see new places.
*Keep your skills sharp, while learning new ones along the way.
*Set your own schedule.
*Earn more money than permanent providers.
*Experience new practice settings.
*Make a difference in areas that are struggling with healthcare worker shortages.
Join the Wellhart team!
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