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

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic for a 1-day assignment starting May 25, 2026, in Missouri. This role involves assisting in the OR and clinic setting, focusing heavily on endovascular vein harvesting, managing pre/post-op cases, and assisting with ECMO cannulations. The schedule includes 0600-1830 shifts, with daily clinic hours and weekend solo coverage with an attending available.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Perform duties in both OR and Clinic settings.
• Clinic involves 4 hours each day.
• Demonstrate strong proficiency in Endovascular Vein Harvesting (EVH).
• Target 45 minutes to harvest a vein, with a maximum of 60 minutes.
• Radial harvest preferred, though not a strict requirement.
• Assist in ECMO cannulations.
• Participate in other cases including CABG, Aortic dissection, and Impella placement and removal.
• Note: No LVADs or transplants.
• Manage 4-9 patients per day in the consult clinic, which is located onsite and connected to the hospital.
• Provide documentation support for the attending physician present on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
• Manage pre/post-operative and ECMO patients.
• Provide solo provider coverage on weekends with attending physician availability.

Additional Information

• Required Board Certifications: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Certification (ACNP-BC)
• EMR System: Epic
• Endovascular vein harvesting is REQUIRED.

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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