Cardiothoracic Surgery Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP)

Position Overview

The award-winning physicians at Lehigh Valley Heart and Vascular Institute are all board-certified, many having served fellowships or received additional training with leading programs. Our expert clinicians utilize continuing medical education to further research and enhance collaboration, leading to better patient outcomes.

This per diem position will be responsible for the care and management of cardiothoracic surgical patients in the ICU, such as: 

• Work in conjunction with the attending cardiothoracic surgeon, and non-surgical providers, for medical care of cardiothoracic surgical patients.
• Perform initial evaluation, history, and physical examination of all assigned patients.
• Placement of invasive monitoring lines including central venous catheters, dialysis lines, and arterial access.
• Participate in ongoing education, quality, and research projects.
• Contribute to service-related databases as indicated.
• Participate in education of patients and families during their inpatient course.
• Support the mission and goals of Lehigh Valley Health Network.

By joining the team at the Heart and Vascular Institute, you’ll be joining our team of innovative clinicians. LVHN was the region’s first to perform transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) and is recognized as a center for performing complex mitral valve repair surgery.

In a Heart & Vascular career with LVHN, you’ll experience:

• Consistent excellence: our team consistently ranks among the best in the nation for heart attack survival
• A collaborative, multidisciplinary team
• Access to the most advanced treatments and clinicals trials
• More than 20 cardiology practices located throughout the region

Benefits and Perks

As a nationally certified Great Place to Work™, we acknowledge the dedication of our colleagues and offer a generous Total Rewards package that makes LVHN an even better place to work and grow your career.  Explore our benefits.

• Malpractice Insurance with Tail Coverage
• Retirement Plan

Qualifications

• Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified
• A Valid Pennsylvania Medical License or ability to obtain one is required
• Experience as an APC, managing an ICU or OHU environment

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