NP - Cardiovascular Surgery

DescriptionExperienced CTS NP - CHRISTUS Ochsner Health, Lake Charles, LASalary Range: $140,000 - $150,000 - commensurate with years of experienceThe Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Christus Ochsner Health in Southwest Louisiana, located at St. Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles, is actively seeking an Advanced Practice Provider(NP) to join our dedicated team. This represents an excellent opportunity to collaborate with two other NPs and Ochsner Health's highly skilled board-certified cardiothoracic surgeons, who utilize state-of-the-art technology and innovative approaches for patients diagnosed with heart, lung, and foregut/esophageal diseases. The John & Sylvia Stelly Regional Heart Center at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick features a new Hybrid OR suite and conducts TAVR procedures. Additionally, we perform Robotic Da Vinci thoracic surgery along with minimally invasive cardiac surgeries.Christus Ochsner Health in SWLA:The region boasts a comprehensive and expanding cardiology, electrophysiology, and structural heart program, all housed within the ACC-designated Heart Center. Our cardiac surgery program has the longest-standing history in the area.Post-operative care is enhanced by Impella support, UF/Aquadex technology, and advanced hemodynamic monitoring systems, including Hemosphere, Flo Trac, and ClearSight.Throughout the year, numerous opportunities for research, teaching, and community engagement are available.Additionally, the program features a robust multidisciplinary thoracic oncology initiative and a growing thoracic robotic surgery program. This is supported by the Christus Ochsner Foundation and Board, a faith-based, not-for-profit organization.Enjoy a balanced professional and personal lifestyle:Paid CMEPaid Time OffPaid Malpractice InsuranceMatched 401KEPIC EMRCompetitive compensation and benefits packageResponsibilities:Assisting in surgery, endo vein harvesting, in-patient rounding, and outpatient clinic.Shared call 1 in 3 callsRotating shifts, 24/7 service coverage with night shifts and weekends.Surgical Assist in cardiovascular and thoracic casesOutpatient Ambulatory Visits & Hospital RoundingAssess new consults in the clinic and hospital admissionsAssist with vein harvesting, CABG and valve surgeriesICU and Telemetry experience is preferredPerform comprehensive history and physical examsDiagnose and treat conditions, providing follow-up care as neededAssist in surgeries, including first and second assistingManage inpatient care, preoperative, and postoperative evaluationsPerform invasive procedures (will train), including:Central vascular accessSwan-Ganz insertionChest tube insertionEndoscopic vessel harvestingMust be able to interact positively with all members of a multidisciplinary care team, patients and their families and possess the emotional intelligence to work collaboratively in a fast paced, high-acuity environment where quality and caring come first.Requirements:Current BLS and ACLS certificationsMust have an active Louisiana NP license or be eligible to be licensedNurse Practitioner Board CertificationCardiac Surgical Experience (Minimum 5 years) Hospital & Ambulatory experience preferredExperience with robotic surgery is a plus, but we will train if not experienced with robotic surgeryRecruiter:Richelle Howellrichelle.howell@christushealth.org