Locum NP (Nurse Practitioner), PA (Physician's Assistant) Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Job Location:
Tacoma, WA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Description
. This on-site contract position presents an excellent opportunity for healthcare professionals looking to make a significant impact in the medical practice industry.
In this role you will be instrumental in providing exceptional patient care within the cardiothoracic surgery department. Your expertise will contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality healthcare services ensuring that patients receive the best possible outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and evaluations
- Assist in preoperative and postoperative care for cardiothoracic surgery patients
- Collaborate with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans
- Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans as necessary
- Perform diagnostic tests and interpret results
- Educate patients and families about procedures and recovery
- Document patient care and maintain accurate medical records
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards
Requirements
- Associate degree in Nursing or related field
- Current NP or PA license in the state of Washington
- Experience in cardiothoracic surgery or relevant clinical settings
- Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced medical environment
- Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) systems
- Commitment to patient-centered care and quality improvement
Schedule: Monday-Friday typically 7a-3p
Weekday and 1:4 weekend call rotation
Setting: Inpatient
Daily Volume: 20 per day
Case Volume: 6-8 hearts and 9-12 thoracic cases per week
Duties: Pre- and post-operative patient evaluation and treatment OR first-assist for CT surgical cases ICU and step-down management daily rounding discharge summaries etc.
Support Staff: 5 surgeons 4 mid-levels RN
EMR: Epic
Must be board-certified
Paid travel & expenses
Company Industry
IT Services and IT Consulting
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Pain Management
- Acute Care
- Primary Care Experience
- Suturing
- Vital Signs Experience
- Dermal Fillers
- Experience Administering Injections
- Pediatrics Experience
- Nursing
- Botox Experience
- Medicare
