Barton Associates Inc.
Nurse Practitioner - Surgery - Cardiothoracic
Barton Associates Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States
Overview
We are seeking a Surgery – Cardiothoracic Nurse Practitioner for a locum tenens assignment in Illinois. The opportunity begins on Dec 1 2025, lasts 52 days, and features a 4‑day week with 10‑hour day shifts (7 am‑5 pm), including every third weekend with weekend call.
Job Details
Location:
Illinois
Start Date:
Dec 1 2025
LOA:
52 days
Provider Type Needed:
Surgery – Cardiothoracic Nurse Practitioner
Schedule:
Four 10‑hour shifts per week (7 am‑5 pm). Every third weekend includes working the entire weekend and taking call (e.g., Mon/Tues/Wed/Sat or Sun/Mon/Tues/Wed or Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri).
Responsibilities
Remove chest tubes
Provide pre‑ and post‑operative care to patients
Recover patients post‑operatively
Round on post‑operative patients
Conduct in‑clinic follow‑up visits
Qualifications
Must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in Illinois
Experience in cardiothoracic surgery settings preferred
Benefits
Strong compensation
Travel‑related expenses covered
A‑rated medical malpractice insurance provided
Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
Additional Information Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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Job Details
Location:
Illinois
Start Date:
Dec 1 2025
LOA:
52 days
Provider Type Needed:
Surgery – Cardiothoracic Nurse Practitioner
Schedule:
Four 10‑hour shifts per week (7 am‑5 pm). Every third weekend includes working the entire weekend and taking call (e.g., Mon/Tues/Wed/Sat or Sun/Mon/Tues/Wed or Tues/Wed/Thurs/Fri).
Responsibilities
Remove chest tubes
Provide pre‑ and post‑operative care to patients
Recover patients post‑operatively
Round on post‑operative patients
Conduct in‑clinic follow‑up visits
Qualifications
Must be licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in Illinois
Experience in cardiothoracic surgery settings preferred
Benefits
Strong compensation
Travel‑related expenses covered
A‑rated medical malpractice insurance provided
Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities
Additional Information Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.
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