Cardiothoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage atInpatient and OR in Il

This Job at a Glance

• Job Reference
  -NP-IL
• Title:
  
  NP
• Dates Needed:
  
  ASAP - Ongoing
• Shift Type:
  
  Day Shift
• Assignment Type:
  
  Inpatient; OR
• Call
  
  Required:
  
  Yes
• Board Certification
  
  Required:
  
  Yes
• Job Duration:
  
  Locums

This medium-sized hospital operates as a Level 2 trauma center and provides comprehensive cardiothoracic surgical services with advanced ICU and OR capabilities. The facility maintains modern surgical equipment and established protocols to support quality patient care delivery for adult cardiothoracic surgery patients. Specialized coverage is required to sustain continuous operations across the cardiothoracic surgery service line.

Illinois offers a range of activities suited to varied interests, including cultural landmarks, outdoor destinations, and unique experiences across the state. Clinicians on assignment may explore natural preserves, amusement parks, culinary classes, art workshops, and historical sites throughout the region. The state holds over 390 notable attractions spanning history, dining, and outdoor recreation, providing diverse options for leisure year-round.

The nurse practitioner will provide comprehensive cardiothoracic surgery coverage with 8-10 hour day shifts and call responsibilities across ICU and OR settings. Clinical duties include performing EVH, CABG, and aortic valve procedures while managing adult patients in a Level 2 trauma facility. The clinician will follow 7 on/off shift rotations and collaborate with the surgical team to maintain continuity of care across the cardiothoracic surgery service line.

Board certification and prescriptive authority are mandatory requirements for this assignment.

• Case Load/PPD:
  
  Variable
• Patient Population:
  
  Adults
• Location Type:
  
  On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority
  
  Required:
  
  Yes
• Government:
  
  No