What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiovascular Surgery Nurse Practitioner position at Putnam Community Medical Center?
Description
Specialization:
Cardiovascular Surgery
Job Summary:
HCA Physician Services Group is seeking an experienced and motivated Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to join an established, high-performing cardiovascular surgery practice.
Position Summary
The APP will play a key role in both the outpatient clinic and inpatient hospital setting, providing comprehensive care to cardiovascular surgery patients across the continuum. Responsibilities include managing pre- and post-operative patients, assisting with inpatient rounding, and supporting clinical efficiency within a busy surgical practice.
Responsibilities
- Conduct outpatient clinic visits, including new patient evaluations and post-operative follow-ups
- Perform inpatient rounding on cardiovascular surgery patients
- Assist in the development and implementation of patient care plans
- Order, interpret, and track diagnostic tests and imaging
- Collaborate closely with cardiovascular surgeon and multidisciplinary care teams
- Provide patient education regarding procedures, recovery, and long-term care
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and enhance patient outcomes
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
- Current licensure in UT or ability to obtain
- Certification as an AGACNP, FNP, or PA-C
- Prior experience in cardiovascular surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, or critical care strongly preferred
- Strong clinical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-based environment
In addition to unmatched potential for flexibility and career growth and a competitive salary with incentives, a comprehensive benefits program is available for full-time colleagues. This includes:
- Paid malpractice
- Coverage for medical, behavioral health, prescription drugs, dental and vision
- Wellbeing resources, including free counseling
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions
- Time off, including disability coverage
- Supplemental health protection plans
- Flexible spending accounts
- Financial wellbeing resources
- Family-focused and voluntary benefits
- CME time and dues allowance and license reimbursement
Ogden Regional Medical Center is the only Level II Trauma Center in Northern Utah to be verified by the American College of Surgeons
- 240-bed hospital located in the southern part of Weber County
- Offering comprehensive care from emergency and surgical services (including robotic) to advanced behavioral health and a Cancer Treatment Center, backed by around 500 physicians and recognized for patient outcomes, quality care, and emergency services like the MountainStar AirLife Ambulance
This family orientated community of 300,000 is just 30 minutes North of Salt Lake City and its world-class culture including, but not limited to, theater, symphony, ballet and professional sports. Ogden is a beautiful geographic area nestled up to the Wasatch Mountain Range just 15 minutes from ski resorts. Regularly recognized as a great place to live and work, the Salt Lake City/Ogden area was ranked as the best place to live in North America