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Locum NP/PA – Cardiac Surgery & CTICU Critical Care (No Call | 6-Month Assignment | NJ
We are seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to provide Cardiac Surgery and CTICU Coverage at a high-acuity medical Center in Northern New Jersey. This is a 6-month locum opportunity starting July 1st, ideal for providers with strong cardiac ICU experience.
Join a collaborative team of APPs and unit staff in delivering critical post-op care for complex surgical patients. Enjoy a flexible weekday schedule with no on-call duties.
Assignment Details:
- Patient Volume: 4-6 Patients/Day
- Schedule: 12.5 hour shifts (6:00 AM – 7:30 PM), 3-4 days/week
- Duties Include:
- ICU rounds daily progress notes, discharge planning
- Writing orders and discharge summaries
- Procedures: Removal of chest tubes and epicardial pacing wires, brachial arterial lines (4-6 per week)
- Potential for central line and arterial line insertions (if credentialed/competent)
Qualifications:
- Active NP (ACNP Preferred) or PA license in NJ
- Minimum 2 years of cardiac or CT surgical ICU experience
- Proficient in post-operative management of cardiothoracic patients
- Comfortable with procedures noted above
- Current BLS and ACLS certification
- EPIC EMR experience preferred
Position Highlights:
- No call coverage
- Work alongside a team of experienced APPs and ICU staff
- High-level exposure to advanced cardiac surgery cases
- Malpractice, travel, and lodging covered
- Competitive locum compensation
Interested:
Apply today to secure your spot for this summer start! Apply now with your most updated CV for immediate consideration!