NP - Cardiac Surgery Job in Hartford, Connecticut

Cardiac Surgery Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant opening in CT

Company:Archway Physician Recruitment

Professions/Specialties:NP - Cardiac Surgery,General Physician Assistant,PA - Cardiac Surgery,General Nurse Practitioner

Location:Hartford, Connecticut, United States

Job Type:Full-time, In-person, Permanent

Job Description

Cardiac Surgery Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant opening in CT
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Full-Time, Permanent

Practice Overview:

- Full-time Cardiac Surgery APP opportunity in Bridgeport, Connecticut
- Open to Physician Assistants and Acute Care Nurse Practitioners
- Inpatient cardiac surgical services setting
- Join a busy and growing Department of Cardiac Surgery
- Work under the direction of cardiothoracic surgeons
- Support patient care from admission through discharge across the OR, ICU, and stepdown units
- Responsibilities include first assisting in cardiovascular surgical procedures, preoperative H&Ps, postoperative care, ICU and stepdown management, and inpatient consults
- Endoscopic vessel harvesting experience preferred
- Manage patients with varied critical illness, including comprehensive physical assessments, diagnostic interpretation, hemodynamic and ventilator management, and invasive procedures
- Skills with arterial lines, central lines, chest tubes, and feeding tubes preferred but not required
- Schedule: 13-hour shifts, 3 shifts per week
- Rotating schedule includes day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday coverage
- Permanent night shift option may be available
- Strong onboarding, mentorship, and APP development support
- Negotiable bonus opportunity

Compensation & Recruitment Package:

- Extremely competitive salary
- Bonus opportunity negotiable
- Reimbursement for CME, professional society membership, licensure, and malpractice
- Additional recruitment details to be discussed during the interview process

Job Qualifications:

- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner Master’s program
- Connecticut PA or APRN license, or eligibility
- Certification or eligibility for certification as a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner
- 1+ years of cardiovascular surgery experience preferred
- 2+ years of PA/APRN critical care experience also considered
- First-assist experience preferred
- Endoscopic vein harvesting skills preferred
- Strong clinical judgment, communication, and collaboration skills

Benefits:

- Matching 401(k)
- Tiered medical, dental, and vision plans
- Generous paid time off
- CME reimbursement
- Professional society membership, licensure, and malpractice reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Supportive onboarding and ongoing mentorship
- APP professional development resources
- Leadership development opportunities

Bridgeport, Connecticut offers a coastal New England setting with access to the Long Island Sound, diverse neighborhoods, restaurants, parks, universities, and convenient access to larger metro areas throughout Connecticut and New York.

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About Archway Physician Recruitment

Archway Physician Recruitment is a national contingency placement firm assisting hospitals and medical groups with their placement needs. Our goal is to be the top choice for all of your physician recruitment needs. 

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