Cardiology Nurse Practitioner

UT Health East Texas is seeking an Advanced Practice Practitioner to join our dedicated Cardiothoracic Surgery team in the beautiful city of Tyler, Texas. UT Health Tyler is the only quaternary care cardiac surgical program in East Texas. We are seeking experienced APPs with strong skills in OR first assist and ICU rounding. Vein harvesting experience is a plus. Position Overview: Employment Type: Full-Time (1.0 FTE), Inpatient Only Practice Setting: In-hospital coverage including OR, ICU, and floor Patient Load: Daily expectation of patients Schedule: Four (4) 10-hour shifts Weekend Requirement: One (1) weekend per month Call Duty: 1:3 rotational in-house call EMR: Epic Team Structure: Three (3) Cardiothoracic Surgeons Six (6) Advanced Practice Practitioners Dedicated clinical and administrative support staff Collaborative, expanding team environment Benefits of Joining UT Health East Texas: Compensation: Competitive base salary Loan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Professional Development: CME days and annual CME allowance Medical Debt Support: Consultative services through Navigate Student Loans Relocation Assistance: Relocation allowance provided Malpractice Coverage: Paid malpractice insurance Health & Retirement: Comprehensive health benefits and retirement plan, including optional pet health coverage UT Health East Texas: UT Health East Texas is a comprehensive healthcare system that includes: Nine (9) hospitals More than 90 physician clinics Over 500 employed providers Thirteen (13) regional rehabilitation facilities Two (2) freestanding emergency centers Six (6) urgent care clinics Regional home health services covering 41 counties EMS fleet of more than 60 ambulances and four helicopters A seven-trauma center care network, including a Level I Trauma Center The system serves a population of over 1.1 million across East Texas. UT Health Tyler: Tyler, Texas is one of the fastest-growing medical and educational hubs in East Texas, offering expanding clinical services, new academic programs, and a strong community commitment to healthcare excellence. As the flagship hospital of UT Health East Texas and home to the UT Tyler School of Medicine, UT Health Tyler provides opportunities for academic involvement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and long-term professional growth. Physicians and APPs enjoy a high quality of life, a low cost of living, and easy access to outdoor recreation, dining, and family-friendly amenities. Awards and Recognition: American Heart Association 2025 Get With The Guidelines awards for heart failure and stroke care Healthgrades America s 100 Best Hospitals for Orthopedic Surgery Award Systemwide recognition for exceptional employee engagement and loyalty Facility Highlights: Level I Trauma Center Comprehensive Stroke Center Licensed Beds: 432 Operating Rooms: 12 ORs Two (2) Da Vinci Xi robotic systems Two (2) cystoscopy rooms Two (2) dedicated CV ORs Cath/EP Services: Three (3) Cath Labs Three (3) EP Labs, including a hybrid OR ICU: 78 beds Labor and Delivery: 14 L&D beds 20 step-down beds NICU: Nine (9) NICU beds Seven (7) step-down beds

Created: 2026-03-06