Locum Tenens Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Needed in CO

Job Description

We are seeking a Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Nurse Practitioner for a 130-day locum tenens assignment in Colorado, starting Apr 6, 2026. The schedule includes 8-hour days, five days per week, with 7-10 call days per month involving 24-hour call, rounding, consultations, and time in the floor OR.

Job Details

• Location: Colorado
• Start Date: Apr 6, 2026
• LOA: 130 days
• Provider Type Needed: Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic Nurse Practitioner
• Schedule: 8-hour days, 5x per week; 7-10 call days/month, 24-hour call (frequency varies), floor OR, rounding, consult; days dependent on schedule

Responsibilities and Duties

• Function independently to deliver high-quality, patient-centric care in collaboration with the healthcare team
• Provide care in hospital, clinic, and through telehealth modalities (telephone, video, secure email) as appropriate
• Gather patient and collateral history, perform physical exams, and review prior records and ancillary data
• Develop, implement, and monitor treatment plans utilizing current medical knowledge and sound judgment
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure coordinated care
• Provide patient and family education and counseling to support treatment and discharge plans
• Collaborate with physicians, leadership, and medical staff for safe and compliant patient care
• Document care in accordance with regulatory and care site standards
• Assist collaborating physicians with patient management in the hospital setting, consistent with site policies and scope of practice
• Float to other departments within competency as required by business needs
• Maintain regular attendance for on-site work during scheduled business hours or shifts
• May be placed on-call during scheduled shifts as needed

Additional Information

• Active Colorado NP license required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Ability to work nights and/or weekends as required by the position
• Reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities

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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