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Nurse Practitioner | Surgery - Vascular
Location: Tennessee
Employer: Barton Associates
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Start Date: ASAP
About the Position
LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Vascular Surgery NP in Tennessee!
We are seeking a Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgery Nurse Practitioner for a 152-day assignment in Tennessee, starting Jun 15, 2026. The role involves assisting in complex cardiac and thoracic surgical procedures, including CABG and open heart surgeries, valve repair/replacement, and EVH/vein harvesting, along with comprehensive pre- and post-operative critical care management in the CV ICU, seeing approximately 10 patients per shift.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Assist in CABG and open heart surgeries, valve repair/replacement, EVH/vein harvesting, SFA exposure, and sternotomy closure.
- Perform critical care management in the CV ICU.
- Provide comprehensive pre- and post-operative care.
- Manage Impella devices.
- Perform endoscopic radial artery harvesting.
- Execute chest tube placement, arterial/venous sheath placement, and central venous line placement.
- Manage approximately 10 patient encounters per shift.
Additional Information
- EMR System: Cerner
- Fellowship 2 required.
- Experience as a first assistant in Cardiovascular and Thoracic surgical procedures is required.
Benefits
- Strong compensation
- Travel-related expenses covered
- A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
- Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
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Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension.
Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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