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Responsible for management of selected at risk or complex patients and aggregate patient populations in collaboration with physicians, nurses and other Healthcare team members. This Cardiac Surgery role will work overnight shifts covering the inpatient cardiovascular surgery service with two experienced cardiothoracic and vascular trained surgeons.

<div style="font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit">Palm Health Resources is hiring experienced Cardiac Surgery Advanced Practice Providers for Nocturnist positions in Beautiful South Dakota!</div><div style="font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit"> </div><div style="font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit">Located in the northern Black Hills of South Dakota, surrounded by awe-inspiring nature and wildlife, one of many natural attractions around in Western South Dakota!  </div><div style="font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit"> </div><div style="font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit">This Cardiac Surgery role will work overnight shifts covering the inpatient cardiovascular surgery service with two experienced cardiothoracic and vascular trained surgeons.</div><div style="font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit"> </div><div style="font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit">Under Physician supervision, the Physician Assistant and/or Nurse Practitioner may assume primary responsibility in their respective specialty area according to federal, state, and local regulatory agencies. </div><div style="font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit">Responsible for management of selected at risk or complex patients and aggregate patient populations in collaboration with physicians, nurses and other Healthcare team members. </div><div style="font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit">Must demonstrate the knowledge, critical thinking and skills to plan, coordinate and provide care on a continuing basis.</div><div style="font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit"> </div><div style="font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit">Required:<br style="font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit"/> In South Dakota Certifications - Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) - South Dakota Board of Nursing or Physician Assistant (PA) - South Dakota Board of Medical and Osteopathic Examiners </div><div style="font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit">Experience - 1+ years of Cardiothoracic ICU / Inpatient Clinical Experience;</div><div style="font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit"> </div><div style="font-family:inherit;font-size:inherit">Comprehensive Benefits, Health, Dental, Matching 403B, Life, Disability, Relocation Assistance and MUCH MORE!</div>

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Nurse Practioner - Cardiac Surgery Nocturnist

Cardiac Surgery

Cardiovascular

Clinical Medicine

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Nursing

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Patient Care

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State Laws and Regulations

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Working collaboratively with cardiac surgeons and the multidisciplinary care team, this role supports patients throughout the perioperative continuum, including preoperative evaluation, postoperative management, and ongoing inpatient care, with a focus on patient safety, quality outcomes, and continuity of care. The Cardiac Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant provides comprehensive clinical care to patients undergoing cardiac surgical procedures.

<h3><strong>Cardiac Surgery Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (NP/PA)</strong></h3><h3><strong>Position Summary</strong></h3><p>The Cardiac Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant provides comprehensive clinical care to patients undergoing cardiac surgical procedures. Working collaboratively with cardiac surgeons and the multidisciplinary care team, this role supports patients throughout the perioperative continuum, including preoperative evaluation, postoperative management, and ongoing inpatient care, with a focus on patient safety, quality outcomes, and continuity of care.</p><p/><h3><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul><li> Provide preoperative evaluation and optimization for patients undergoing cardiac surgery </li><li> Manage postoperative cardiac surgery patients in the ICU and step-down units </li><li> Perform daily assessments, write orders, and develop care plans in collaboration with cardiac surgeons </li><li> Monitor hemodynamics and manage postoperative issues including arrhythmias, fluid balance, and pain control </li><li> Manage invasive devices such as central lines, arterial lines, chest tubes, pacing wires, and surgical drains </li><li> Assist in the operating room as appropriate, including first-assist duties or endoscopic vein harvesting, consistent with training and privileges </li><li> Identify, evaluate, and manage postoperative complications </li><li> Coordinate care transitions including discharge planning and outpatient follow-up </li><li> Communicate effectively with patients, families, nursing staff, and consulting services </li><li> Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in the electronic medical record </li><li> Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives </li><li> Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards </li></ul><p/><h3><strong>Qualifications</strong></h3><ul><li> Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program </li><li> Current NP or PA certification and state licensure </li><li> Eligibility for hospital credentialing and privileging </li><li> DEA registration or eligibility </li><li> Prior experience or specialized training in cardiac surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, or critical care preferred </li></ul><p/><h3><strong>Skills and Competencies</strong></h3><ul><li> Strong clinical assessment and critical care skills </li><li> Knowledge of cardiac surgical procedures and postoperative management </li><li> Ability to manage complex, high-acuity patients </li><li> Excellent communication, teamwork, and organizational skills </li><li> Ability to function effectively in fast-paced, high-stress environments </li><li> Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care </li></ul><p/><h3><strong>Work Environment</strong></h3><ul><li> Cardiac operating rooms, cardiovascular intensive care units, step-down units, and inpatient hospital settings </li><li> Schedule may include shifts, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call coverage depending on program needs </li></ul><p/><h3><strong>Physical Requirements</strong></h3><ul><li> Ability to stand and walk for extended periods </li><li> Manual dexterity for procedural and bedside clinical tasks </li><li> Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient monitoring and assessment</li></ul>

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Cardiac Surgery Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant (NP/PA) - South Dakota

Acute Care

Arterial Lines

Auditory

Cardiology

Cardiovascular Disease

Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)

Clinical Assessment

Clinical Study Publications

Communication Skills

Consulting

Critical Care

Cross-Functional

Discharge Plans

Electronic Medical Records

Health Plan

Hospital

Manual Dexterity

Organizational Skills

Outpatient Care

Paint Shop Pro Tubes

Patient Assessment

Patient Safety

Physical Demands

Quality Management

Quality of Care

Regulations

Team Player

Time Management

United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)

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National board certification as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC) or ACNPC-AG), Acute Care Adult (ACNP-BC), Additional certifications require approval from a market executive leader:  Family (FNP-BC) or (FNP–C), Adult-Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP-BC) or (A-GNP). Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice, if variation between documents exists.

**Careers With Purpose**<br/><br/>**Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.**<br/><br/>**Facility:** Sanford Health Jordan Clin <br/>**Location:** Rapid City, SD <br/>**Address:** 7236 Jordan Dr, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA <br/>**Shift:** Day <br/>**Job Schedule:** Full time <br/>**Weekly Hours:** 40.00<br/><br/>**Job Summary**<br/><br/>The General Surgery Nurse Practitioner provides advanced nursing care to patients undergoing surgical procedures. The NP collaborates with surgeons and the healthcare team to assess, diagnose, and manage preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care. This role involves patient education, pain management, wound care, and coordination of follow-up care to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history-taking and physical exams related to surgical conditions.<br/><br/>Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests relevant to general surgery patients.<br/><br/>Collaborate with surgeons and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.<br/><br/>Provide preoperative evaluations and prepare patients for surgery, including patient education and risk assessment.<br/><br/>Manage postoperative care, including monitoring recovery, managing pain, wound care, and identifying complications.<br/><br/>Assist in surgical procedures as needed under the supervision of the surgeon.<br/><br/>Prescribe medications, treatments, and therapies according to state laws and institutional policies.<br/><br/>Document patient care accurately and maintain up-to-date medical records.<br/><br/>Provide patient and family education on surgical procedures, recovery expectations, and lifestyle modifications.<br/><br/>Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.<br/><br/>Stay current with advances in general surgery and nursing practice through continuing education.<br/><br/>**Qualifications**<br/><br/>Master’s or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.<br/><br/>If APRN was licensed prior to August 1, 1995, master's degree in nursing is preferred.<br/><br/>Minimum of 2 years experience in surgical or acute care settings preferred<br/><br/>Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in each state of practice.<br/><br/>Current Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) permit to prescribe controlled substances in each state of practice.<br/><br/>State Controlled Substance License (if required by State)<br/><br/>National board certification as an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP-BC) or ACNPC-AG), Acute Care Adult (ACNP-BC), Additional certifications require approval from a market executive leader:  Family (FNP-BC) or (FNP–C), Adult-Gerontology Primary Care (AGPCNP-BC) or (A-GNP)<br/><br/>Obtains and subsequently maintains required specific competencies and certifications as outlined on privilege form.<br/><br/>Privileging documents and related credentialing requirements will supersede this job description in defining minimum qualifications, criteria, and scope of practice, if variation between documents exists.<br/><br/>**Benefits**<br/><br/>Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .<br/><br/>Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org .<br/><br/>Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.<br/><br/>**Req Number:** R-0258580 <br/>**Job Function:** Advanced Practice Provider <br/>**Featured:** No <br/>**Specialty:** General Surgery <br/>**Visas Accepted:** N/A

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