Cardiac Surgery NP/PA PRN: Elevate Post‑Op Care

Piedmont; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) with match

Reputation for quality in cardiology

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Augusta, Georgia is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for the Cardiac Surgery team. This PRN role requires 1-2 years of cardiac surgery experience and a relevant degree from an accredited program. Responsibilities include rounding on post-operative patients, providing office consultations, performing surgical tasks, and caring for patients with LVADs. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, along with a 401(k) with match.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of cardiac surgery/EVH experience.
• State‑licensed nurse approved to practice as an NP in Georgia with National Certification.

Responsibilities

• Round on post‑op patients.
• Provide office consults one day per week with a designated surgeon.
• Perform EVH and chest closure in the operating room.
• Conduct thoracentesis and chest tube insertion and care.
• Provide care to LVAD patients.

Skills

Cardiac surgery experience

Patient care

Surgical skills

Education

Master’s or Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited PA program

National Board Certification

Job description

A healthcare organization in Augusta, Georgia is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for the Cardiac Surgery team. This PRN role requires 1-2 years of cardiac surgery experience and a relevant degree from an accredited program. Responsibilities include rounding on post-operative patients, providing office consultations, performing surgical tasks, and caring for patients with LVADs. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, along with a 401(k) with match.