Locum Tenens Opportunity: Cardiovascular Surgery Nurse Practitioner Near Winston-Salem, NC (ASAP - Ongoing) | Job ID: j-244631

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Nurse Practitioner with a specialty in Cardiovascular Surgery for a locum tenens position near Winston-Salem, NC. This opportunity is ideal for an advanced practice provider looking to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The role involves providing crucial cardiovascular care to a diverse patient population, ensuring high standards of patient outcomes during a period of department restructuring.

Position Details:

• Specialty: Cardiovascular Surgery


• Provider Type: Nurse Practitioner


• Start Date: ASAP


• End Date: Ongoing


• Coverage Type: Scheduled Clinical Hours Plus Call

Key Responsibilities:

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  Practice Setting:

  
  
  
  
  • Provide care in both inpatient and outpatient settings, ensuring a seamless continuum of care.
  
  
  • Participate in patient rounding, with responsibilities in both the hospital and clinic.
  
  
  
  


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  Schedule & Availability:

  
  
  
  
  • Scheduled Hours: Average of 2 weekends per month, with 8 onsite hours per weekend.
  
  
  • Call Duties: First call responsibilities included as part of weekend coverage.
  
  
  
  


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  Patient Care:

  
  
  
  
  • Deliver expert cardiovascular care, managing both scheduled and emergent cases.
  
  
  • Work alongside a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans.
  
  
  • Handle admissions and provide ongoing patient management during hospital stays.
  
  
  
  

Requirements:

• Board Certification: Required in Nurse Practitioner specialty.


• Licensure: Must hold an active North Carolina license.


• Certifications:
  
  
  
  • ACLS: Required
  
  
  • BLS: Required
  
  
  
  


• Experience: Previous cardiovascular surgery experience is highly preferred.


• Fellowship: Preferred but not required.

Additional Information:

• EMR Systems: Proficiency in Cerner and Athena systems required.


• Privileges: Provider will require hospital/surgery center privileges; temporary privileges are available.


• Estimated Credentialing Timeframe: 60-90 days.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment, contributing to the delivery of high-quality cardiovascular care. The role requires a provider who is adaptable, skilled in managing complex cases, and capable of working independently as well as part of a collaborative team.