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

  • ID: 222689A
  • Updated October 10th, 2026

  • Job ID 222689A
  • Job Title Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic
  • Provider Type Nurse Practitioner
  • Specialty Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State WI
  • Practice Setting Short Term Acute Care Hospital
  • Start Date 10/19/2026
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Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Cardiovascular & Thoracic for a 120-day assignment in Wisconsin, starting upon credentialing. This role involves 24-hour call positions, with schedules that may vary based on provider needs. The responsibilities include providing comprehensive perioperative care for cardiovascular and thoracic surgery patients, assisting surgeons in complex procedures, and managing pre-operative evaluations and post-operative recovery in various settings.
Responsibilities and Duties
  • Provide perioperative care for CV/CT surgery patients
  • Assist the surgeon in the OR during complex procedures
  • Perform/assist with saphenous vein harvesting (independent experience strongly preferred)
  • Handle preop evaluations, consults, and postop management
  • Round daily and monitor for clinical changes
  • Manage postop patients in ICU/step-down settings
  • Manage chest tubes, drains, lines, and wounds within scope
  • Identify and escalate postop complications
Additional Information
  • EMR: Epic
  • Setting: Call Only
  • Call Schedule: 24-hour call, out of house
  • Requirement: Independent saphenous vein harvesting experience strongly preferred
  • LOA: 120 Days
  • Staffing Mix: 2 MD 1 app
Benefits
  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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