Surgery - General Nurse Practitioner

Locums - Altoona, Pennsylvania, NP/PA Cardiac Surgery Job Clinical Role Do you know someone that might be a good fit for this position? Please ask about our generous referral fees!Locum job openingSeeking an experienced cardiac surgery NP/PALevel III trauma centerHospital-based clinic with in-person and telemedicine specialty supportCardiac first assist and vein harvesting experience requiredInpatient/outpatient experience preferredMust clearly indicate first assist and vein harvesting ability in presentationRequired Certifications: ACLS and BLSFull-time APP coverage needed ASAPPrimarily Monday-Friday schedulePotential need for weeknight call coverage and 24-hour weekend callPlease indicate if candidate is willing to take call coverageDaily responsibilities may include:ICU rounding on post-op patientsOR first assist and vein harvestingCharting and inpatient consultsOutpatient clinic coverageWound checksPre/post-op evaluationsYearly aneurysm evaluationsWound vac placementSuture/staple removalOccasional telephone aneurysm evaluationsShared charting responsibilities with supervising physicianPotential thoracic surgery telemedicine coordination with Pittsburgh specialistsAPP coordinates video consultation and documents recommendationsTransfer decisions and orders managed by attending physicians/thoracic surgery teamWorkload Information:Inpatient Census: 1-5 patientsConsults: 1-5 per dayOutpatient Visits: 1-10 per dayCases: Typically 1/day, occasionally 2Typical Procedures/Cases:CABGAVRMVRTVRConvergence proceduresWire removalMyxoma removalPericardial windowEMR: EpicAllow RecruitWell to set up a phone call with you and the client to discuss more! Area Information - Altoona, Pennsylvania Altoona is located in the scenic Allegheny Mountains of central Pennsylvania and offers a lower cost of living compared to many metro areas in the Northeast. The community is known for its strong healthcare presence, outdoor recreation, and family-friendly atmosphere. Residents enjoy easy access to hiking, fishing, skiing, and state parks throughout the region. Altoona is also home to local restaurants, breweries, shopping, and the popular Horseshoe Curve historic landmark. The location provides convenient access to larger cities like Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and State College while maintaining a relaxed small-city feel. What RecruitWell Provides A+ rated malpracticeWeekly direct deposit24/7 dedicated recruiter supportProfessional onboarding and credentialingPrepaid travel and lodging RecruitWell's Core Values Open communicationSense of urgencyTeamworkAccountabilityDriven to winHigher consciousness

Created: 2026-05-10