Surgery-Cardio Thoracic - NP job located in Kentucky

• Job Reference Id:  ORD-212202-NP-KY
• Title:  NP
• Dates Needed:  May 31 - June 13 2026 (June 6-8 specifically is critical), July 20-26
• Shift Type:  24-Hour Call
• Assignment Type:  Inpatient; OR
• Call Required:  Yes
• Board Certification Required:  Yes
• Job Duration:  Locums

This 433-to-468-bed medical center operates as a premier healthcare facility with national recognition for cardiology, orthopedics, and stroke care. The hospital maintains comprehensive cardiothoracic surgical services with advanced inpatient capabilities and established protocols for quality patient care delivery. The facility was recognized as one of America's 100 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades and serves as part of a major health system.

This area offers diverse recreational activities including thoroughbred horse farm tours, ghost walking tours, and baseball games at Great American Ball Park along the riverfront. The region hosts regular community events such as park yoga sessions, puppet shows, and concert series that provide free entertainment. Visitors can participate in adventure races, arts exhibits, car shows, and family-oriented activities throughout the year.

The nurse practitioner will provide comprehensive cardiothoracic surgery coverage with first assisting proficiency in CABG, AVR, MVR, and thoracotomy/lung resection cases. The clinician will manage OR duties as well as telemetry and ICU responsibilities across multiple care settings. Call duties include 1-2 call days per week with one weekend per month beginning 7 AM Friday through 7 AM Monday. Weekend responsibilities encompass inpatient rounds, procedures, and surgical duties to ensure continuity of care.

• Case Load/PPD:  Variable
• Support Staff:  none needed. Support for surgeons
• Patient Population:  Adults
• Call Ratio/Schedule:  TBD
• Location Type:  On-Site
• Prescriptive Authority Required:  Yes
• Government:  No

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