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Surgery - General Nurse Practitioner

RecruitWell

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

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Permanent Opportunity: Nurse Practitioner - Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado
Position Overview
Seeking a full-time, experienced Nurse Practitioner with a background in cardiac or cardiovascular surgery and ICU patient management to join an advanced cardiothoracic care team. This role is patient-centered, collaborative, and highly specialized.
Note:
  • Not open to locums or locums-to-perm
  • No visa sponsorship available
Key Responsibilities
  • Provide comprehensive perioperative care for cardiothoracic surgery patients
  • Assist in cardiac surgeries, including endoscopic vein harvesting and first assisting as needed
  • Manage ICU and CV surgery patients (CVICU, floor, and clinic)
  • Participate in two full-day clinics weekly, with additional patient care as needed
  • Rotate through operating room coverage Monday-Friday
  • Collaborate with physicians, surgeons, intensivists, and other healthcare professionals
  • Order, interpret, and evaluate lab and diagnostic tests
  • Develop and implement care plans based on diagnostic outcomes
  • Prescribe medications per policy and regulatory guidelines
  • Perform bedside procedures appropriate to patient needs
  • Ensure timely and accurate documentation
  • Maintain CME to meet state/national licensing standards
  • Function independently under physician supervision
  • Adapt to high-stress, fast-paced clinical environments
  • Demonstrate teamwork, flexibility, and strong clinical judgment
Candidate Requirements
  • Experience: Cardiac/cardiovascular surgery + ICU patient management - Required
  • Licensure: Active Nurse Practitioner license in Colorado or eligibility - Required
  • Certification: Must meet CME and regulatory requirements
  • Visa Candidates: Not eligible for this role
Compensation & Benefits
  • Salary: Competitive base salary
  • Incentives: Eligibility for quality and productivity bonuses
  • Relocation Assistance: Available for qualifying candidates
  • Malpractice Insurance: Fully covered
  • Continuing Education:
    • Generous CME allowance
    • Educational tuition assistance for degrees/certifications
  • Retirement Plans:
    • 403(b) with employer matching
    • Optional 457(b) plan
  • Health Benefits:
    • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance (includes dependents)
    • Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
    • Wellness programs
  • Voluntary Benefits:
    • Pet insurance
    • Identity theft protection
    • Employee discount programs
  • Time Off:
    • PTO from day one
    • Paid family and medical leave (including CO FAMLI)
Lifestyle & Location
  • Located at the base of Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs offers:
    • 247 days of sunshine/year
    • Outdoor adventures, cultural attractions, and scenic beauty
    • Home to 5 military installations and the U.S. Olympic Committee
    • Population: Approx. 650,000
    • Moderate cost of living and temperate climate
Next Steps
Let RecruitWell coordinate a call with the hiring team to explore this opportunity further.
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