Perm - Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Cardiothoracic Colorado Springs Job Colorado Springs area,Colorado USA,Nursing

Position: Perm - Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Cardiothoracic Colorado Springs, CO

Perm
- Nurse Practitioner
- Surgery
- Cardiothoracic in Colorado Springs, CO

Are you an experienced Nurse Practitioner seeking a rewarding opportunity in a renowned cardiothoracic care center? Join a leading facility in Colorado Springs, CO, and enjoy a stable schedule, competitive compensation, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in patient care. This position offers a full-time schedule with a supportive team, starting as soon as April 28, 2026.

Quick Facts

Location: 1400 East Boulder Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Start Date: 04/28/2026
End Date/Duration: Permanent
Shift: M-F, rotating through operating room coverage; full days in clinics and ICU
Hours/Week: 40 hours/week
Employment Type: Full-time
Licenses/Certifications: Nurse Practitioner license in Colorado; DEA certification required
Experience: Minimum of 2 years in cardiovascular or cardiac ICU/ surgery preferred

Pay & Benefits

Pay Package: Competitive annual salary between $100,588 and $143,769 (based on experience)
Additional Compensation: Eligibility for quality and productivity bonuses, relocation bonus for qualifying candidates
Insurance & Retirement: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance including dependent coverage; 403(b) with employer match, optional 457(b) plan
Paid Time Off & Leave: PTO from day one, paid family and medical leave (including Colorado FAMLI)
Additional Benefits: Paid malpractice insurance, CME allowance, tuition assistance, wellness programs, voluntary benefits such as identity theft protection and pet insurance

What You'll Do

Provide advanced clinical care for cardiothoracic surgery patients, emphasizing compassionate, patient-first treatment
Assist in cardiac surgeries, including performing endoscopic vein harvesting and assisting in procedures
Manage ICU and surgical patient care, including rounding and evaluation in CVICU, floors, and clinics
Participate in two full-day clinics weekly and see additional patients as needed
Rotate through operating room coverage from Monday to Friday
Collaborate closely with surgeons, physicians, and healthcare professionals in a multidisciplinary environment
Order, interpret, and evaluate labs and diagnostic tests
Develop and follow through on care plans and patient follow-up
Prescribe medications in line with regulatory requirements
Perform bedside procedures as appropriate
Maintain thorough and timely documentation of care provided
Demonstrate clinical expertise and work independently under physician supervision
Maintain ongoing education to meet state and national requirements
Adapt to a dynamic, high-stress clinical setting with flexibility and teamwork

What You Need

Colorado Nurse Practitioner license
Minimum 2 years' experience in cardiac or cardiovascular ICU/surgery preferred
Ability to perform bedside procedures and manage complex patient cases
Strong communication, team collaboration, and problem-solving skills

About the Assignment
Join a dedicated and innovative team at a top healthcare facility in Colorado Springs, committed to providing world-class cardiothoracic care. This is a full-time, permanent role focusing on clinical excellence, teamwork, and patient-centered outcomes, with a supportive environment that values continuous learning and professional growth.

VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply. #Live Your Life #VHSRN