Nurse Practitioner | Surgery - Cardiothoracic
Location: Pennsylvania
Employer: Barton Associates
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Cardiothoracic Surgery NP in Pennsylvania!

We are seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner for a 90-day locum tenens assignment in Pennsylvania. This opportunity begins on Mar 2, 2026, and features a full-time schedule with day shifts, primarily Monday through Friday, with possible call coverage during weeknights and 24-hour call on weekends. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of inpatient and outpatient experience, including vein harvesting and operating room assistance.

Job Details

• Location: Pennsylvania
• Start Date: Mar 2, 2026
• LOA: 90 days
• Provider Type Needed: Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Full-time, primarily Monday–Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm; potential for weeknight and weekend call

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform procedures including CABG, AVR, MVR, TVR, Convergence, wire removal, myxoma removal, and pericardial window
• Participate in ICU rounding, vein harvesting, and first assist in the operating room
• Conduct hospital consults and participate in outpatient clinic work
• Manage wound checks and care for pre- and post-operative patients
• Perform yearly aneurysm evaluations, wound vac placement, and suture/staple removal
• Conduct telephone visits for aneurysm evaluations
• Coordinate video visits with thoracic surgeons
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in a Level III trauma center

Additional Information

• Minimum 2 years of nurse practitioner experience required
• Inpatient and outpatient experience preferred
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required
• Board certification preferred
• Must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in Pennsylvania

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.

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About Barton Associates

The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

• Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

• Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

• Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi­ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

• We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen­ staffing challenges.

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

• From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

• Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.

Industry Leading Support

• When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.

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