Nurse Practitioner - Surgery

Join Our Team as a Surgery Cardiothoracic Nurse Practitioner – Make a Difference in Life-Saving Cardiac Care

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Surgery Cardiothoracic Nurse Practitioner to provide exceptional care in a dynamic hospital setting. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to work with a leading cardiothoracic surgery team, supporting critically ill patients and contributing to complex surgical procedures. If you are committed to excellence, possess specialized training, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.

Required Skills:

• Recent experience in cardiothoracic surgery, including EVH techniques
• Proficiency with Cerner EMR system
• Certification or eligibility as a Physician Assistant (PA) with Arizona license or as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (NP) with current Arizona APRN license
• Valid DEA registration and state licensure
• Minimum of 3 years of cardiothoracic surgical experience
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications through the American Heart Association
• Strong patient assessment, procedural, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to effectively collaborate with surgical teams and support staff

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with temporary pacemaker removal, chest tube removal, IABP removal, and A-line placement
• Prior work in CVICU or step-down units
• Knowledge of Cerner or similar electronic medical records
• Advanced certifications in cardiothoracic care or trauma

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Graduation from an NCCPA-approved Physician Assistant program or a graduate-level Nursing program (NP)
• Certification through ANCC or AANP
• At least 3 years of relevant clinical experience in cardiothoracic surgery

Other Requirements:

• Arizona licensure or eligibility for licensing
• Ability to adapt to 24-hour call shifts, including overnight and weekend coverage
• Compliance with hospital credentialing processes within 30 days
• Willingness to work 8-hour day shifts Monday through Friday, with call responsibilities as scheduled

Compensation:

Hourly Pay Rate: $159.13

This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a supportive, high-performing team environment. We encourage passionate and qualified candidates to apply now and take the next step in your professional journey. Your expertise can make a critical difference—don’t miss out on this rewarding role.

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