Surgery - General Nurse Practitioner
Las Vegas, NV, 89054, USA
- Healthcare
- Cardiothoracic surgery
- Locum Tenens
- Nurse Practitioner
A Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner specializing in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery provides comprehensive inpatient care including preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative management. Responsibilities include first assisting in complex cardiothoracic surgeries, conducting ER consultations, coordinating interdisciplinary care, and prescribing medications. The role requires board certification, state licensing, and participation in 24-hour on-call rotations in an acute care hospital setting in Nevada.
We are seeking a Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner in Nevada.
Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner
Position Type:
Specialty: Physician - Surgery - Cardiothoracic
Location: Nevada
Rate: Open & Negotiable
Shift: 24-hour call every three weeks; 7a 5p on non-call days; may cover clinic 1 2 times during call week
Start Date: 09/25/2025
End Date: Open
Position Details:
Patient Population: Cardiovascular and thoracic surgical patients
Setting: Acute care hospital
Responsibilities:
Inpatient management pre-/peri-/post-op CVT surgery patients
Rotating 24-hour First Call for CVT service
First assist in CVT surgeries
Rounding, interdisciplinary care coordination
ER consultations and care planning
Prescribing medications, ordering/interpreting diagnostics
Working within a multidisciplinary team
Required Procedures: First assist in complex CVT surgical procedures (e.g., CABG, valve replacements)
EMR System: Cerner
Support Staff: Clinic supervisor, acute care services director
Days Per Month:
On-Call/Weekends: Yes 24-hour call rotation every 3 weeks
Submission Requirements:
Board Certified Required
NV state license or IMLC Required
Residency/Fellowship Required
BLS, ACLS, DEA Required
Clean Malpractice Required
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