Phys Asst Cardiothoracic

CommonSpirit Health; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 133,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

CME time & money

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Malpractice insurance

Generous time off

Job summary

Creighton University Medical Center, part of CommonSpirit Health, seeks a Cardiothoracic Surgery Unit Advanced Practice Provider to round on hospitalized patients and perform critical cardiovascular assessments in a high‑volume unit. The role offers teamwork with the Division Chief of Cardiac Surgery, strong mentorship, and a supportive environment in Omaha, NE.

Applicants should have an advanced practice degree (NP/PA) with board eligibility or certification, Nebraska licensure, and proven

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited advanced practice training program (NP or PA).
• Board eligibility or certification required.
• Active or eligible license in Nebraska.

Responsibilities

• Round on hospitalized patients and provide critical care cardiovascular assessments.
• Collaborate with Division Chief of Cardiac Surgery and physician team for care decisions.
• Support a team-oriented critical care environment and communicate effectively with patients and families.

Skills

Graduate of AP training program

Board eligibility or certification

Nebraska license

Clinical bedside skills

Clear communication

Team-based collaboration

Compassionate patient care

Education

Advanced practice degree (NP/PA)

Job description

*Job Summary and Responsibilities*

As a our Cardiothoracic Surgery Unit Advanced Practice Provider, you will be a part a transformative new chapter in Heart Care at Creighton University Medical Center. Every day you will round on hospitalized patients, providing critical care cardiovascular assessments for patients in pre or post-operative surgery. The clinician will join a growing team working closely with the Division Chief of Cardiac Surgery as well as other members of the physician team, providing necessary information for team-based care decision making. To be successful in this role, you will have experienced Cardiology or ICU in previous training or past positions. Collaboration, and team approach in working with other members of the critical care team will be essential in the delivery of our exceptional care. The position is a 3/12 shift model and offers, extremely lucrative pay, 401K, light call, dedicated CME time and money, very generous time off, full health, dental, vision and malpractice insurance.

*Job Requirements*

Required

• Graduate of an accredited advanced practice training program (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant)
• Meet board eligibilty or certification requirments
• Active or eligible license in the state of Nebraska
• Strong Floor and bedside skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare professionals
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
• Commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients and families

Where You'll Work

• Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) is a member of CommonSpirit Health™*, a nonprofit, Catholic health system committed to building healthier communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen—both inside our hospitals and out in the community. CommonSpirit was created by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health as a single ministry in early 2019. With a large geographic footprint representing diverse populations across the U.S. and a mission to serve the most vulnerable, CommonSpirit is a leader in advancing the shift from sick care to well care, and advocating for social justice. CHI Health and Creighton University are partners in providing healthcare, education, and research in the Omaha area and beyond. This partnership focuses on improving patient care through collaboration and innovation. CHI Health serves as a primary teaching hospital and research partner for Creighton's health science schools, offering a wide range of opportunities for medical and allied health professionals. To learn more visit: CHI Health & Creighton University Partnership

*Pay Range*

$132,674 - $154,786 /year