APRN/NP or Physician Assistant (Per Diem Cardiovascular) Opportunities

UConn Health/Waterbury Hospital; West Side Hill (CT); On-site; USD 89,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

UConn Health/Waterbury Hospital is seeking an experienced Per Diem APRN/NP or Physician Assistant for day and nocturnist shifts in the Cardiovascular Unit at Waterbury, CT.

Provide independent, high-quality critical care for cardiac and cardiothoracic patients; assist with pre- and post-operative management; educate patients and families and staff; participate in advanced procedures and care transitions across the continuum.

Qualifications

• Current Connecticut APRN/PA license with DEA and controlled substance registration.
• Minimum 2 years' APP experience preferred.
• Experience with first-assist capabilities preferred.
• Strong cardiovascular clinical expertise and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage inpatients on cardiac and cardiothoracic services under attending supervision.
• Care for patients with myocardial infarction, acute coronary syndromes, post-op open-heart procedures, and mechanical support devices (IABP, Impella).
• Perform comprehensive assessments, order tests, interpret hemodynamics, and participate in advanced procedures.
• Educate patients, families, and staff while collaborating with the interprofessional team.

Job description

APRN/NP or Physician Assistant (Per Diem Cardiovascular) Opportunities

Uconn Health/Waterbury Hospital

Waterbury , CT

APRN/NP

Posted 09/01/2026

Per Diem APRN/NP and/or Physician Assistant– Cardiovascular Unit – Waterbury, Connecticut

UConn Health/Waterbury Hospital is seeking an experienced Per Diem APRN/NP or Physician Assistant (PA) for day & nocturnist shifts in the Cardiovascular Unit.

Provide independent, high-quality critical care for cardiac and cardiothoracic patients, assist with pre- and post-operative management, and support patient transitions across the care continuum.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage inpatients on cardiac and cardiothoracic services under attending supervision
• Care for patients with myocardial infarction, acute coronary syndromes, post-op open-heart procedures, and mechanical support devices (IABP, Impella)
• Perform comprehensive assessments, order tests, interpret hemodynamics, and participate in advanced procedures
• Educate patients, families, and staff while collaborating with the interprofessional team

Requirements:

• Current Connecticut APRN/PA license with DEA and controlled substance registration
• Minimum 2 years' APP experience preferred
• Experience with first-assist capabilities preferred
• Strong cardiovascular clinical expertise and communication skills