Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Cardiothoracic Needed in IL

Job Description

We are seeking a Surgery - Cardiothoracic Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Illinois. This opportunity begins on Dec 1, 2025, lasts 52 days, and features a 4-day workweek with 10-hour day shifts (7am-5pm), including every third weekend with weekend call. The ideal candidate will have experience with chest tube removal, pre- and post-operative care, and follow-up visits in both inpatient and clinic settings.

Job Details

• Location: Illinois
• Start Date: Dec 1, 2025
• LOA: 52 days
• Provider Type Needed: Surgery - Cardiothoracic Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts per week (7am-5pm); every third weekend includes working the entire weekend and taking call (e.g., Mon/Tues/Wed/Sat or Sun/Mon/Tues/Wed or Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri)

Responsibilities and Duties

• Remove chest tubes
• Provide pre- and post-operative care to patients
• Recover patients post-operatively
• Round on post-operative patients
• Conduct in-clinic follow-up visits

Additional Information

• Must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in Illinois
• Experience in cardiothoracic surgery settings preferred

Benefits

• Strong compensation
• Travel-related expenses covered
• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs?
Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.

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