NP/PA - Cardiothoracic Surgery - Duluth, MN

Paradox; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 131,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Essentia Health in Duluth, MN is seeking a full-time NP/PA to join a complex surgery team, providing hospital and clinic-based care. The role supports walk‑in, follow‑ups, and wound care, with 80% hospital and 20% clinic duties.

The position requires current RN and NP/PA licenses, CPR, national certifications, and credentialing through Essentia Health. Schedule is typically M-F with weekend rotations; OR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• RN license in appropriate state.
• Nurse Practitioner license in appropriate state.
• CPR certification.
• National certification in applicable area.
• Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice.
• Physician Assistant license in appropriate state.
• National certification.
• Credentialing process completion prior to practice.

Responsibilities

• Join a complex surgery team with 4 APPs and 3 MDs.
• Clinic and hospital-based role to increase access to care.
• Ensure walk‑in, procedure follow‑up, and wound care patients have immediate access to care.
• 80% Hospital and 20% Clinical.
• 1.0 FTE.
• Typical schedule: M-F.
• Weekend rotation: 1:4.
• OR experience is preferred.

Education

RN license (state)

Nurse Practitioner license (state)

CPR certification

National certification

Credentialing process completion

Physician Assistant license (state)

National certification (PA)

Credentialing process completion (PA)

Job description

Building Location:

Building B - St Marys Medical Center

Department:

2891370 CARDIOVASCULAR - THORACIC SURG - SMMC HVC

Job Description:

Utilizes advanced health assessment, knowledge, and decision making skills, works independently and in collaboration with physicians and other health care professionals. Provides health care to individuals and families, emphasizing health promotion and disease prevention. They may care for patients ranging in age from newborn to elderly as noted in age-related category and area of expertise.

Education Qualifications:

PRACTICE SPECIFICS:

• Candidate would be joining a complex surgery team consisting of 4 APPs who are paired with 3 MD’s.
• This is a clinic and hospital-based role, allowing our physicians to maintain surgical access while increasing access to care for our clinic patients.
• This essential position will help ensure walk-in, procedure follow-up, and wound care patients have immediate access to care in the clinic.
• 80% Hospital and 20% Clinical
• 1.0 FTE
• Typical schedule: M-F
• Weekend and call rotation: 1:4
• OR experience is preferred

Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production-based compensation.

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

NP:

• Current licensure as a registered nurse in appropriate state.
• Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner in appropriate state.
• Current certification in CPR.
• National certification in applicable area.
• Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice

PA:

• Current licensure as a physician assistant in appropriate state.
• Current certification in CPR.
• National certification.
• Successful completion of Essentia Health credentialing process prior to practice

FTE:

1

Shift Rotation:

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Weekends:

Yes

Holidays:

No

Call Obligation:

No

Compensation Range:

$131,372.80 - $183,934.40

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health:

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].