
NP - Cardiac Surgery Job in Beaumont, Texas
PA/ Physician Assistant/NP, Nurse Practitioner - Cardiothoracic Surgery
Company:CHRISTUS Health
Professions/Specialties:NP - Cardiac Surgery,General Nurse Practitioner
Location:Beaumont, Texas, United States
Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent
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Job Summary
We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Cardiothoracic Surgery team in Beaumont, TX. This role offers a dynamic mix of surgical first assist, inpatient care, and perioperative management. The ideal candidate will have experience in cardiothoracic surgery or a related surgical specialty and be comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as first assist in cardiothoracic surgical procedures, including CABG and valve cases
- Perform vein harvesting using endoscopic or open techniques as applicable
- Provide inpatient rounding, post-operative management, and consultations
- Assist with pre-operative evaluations and post-operative follow-up care
- Order, interpret, and manage diagnostic studies including labs, imaging, and cardiac testing
- Collaborate closely with cardiothoracic surgeons, intensivists, and multidisciplinary teams
- Educate patients and families regarding procedures, recovery, and ongoing care
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR
Qualifications
- Current Texas license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
- National certification (AANP, ANCC, or NCCPA)
- Previous cardiothoracic or surgical experience preferred
- Experience with first assist and/or vein harvesting strongly preferred
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Strong clinical skills and ability to work independently in a high-acuity setting
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About CHRISTUS Health
CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures.
Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States.
EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST
We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.