Overview
AdventHealth Medical Group Cardiovascular Surgery - Outpatient
Nurse Practitioner, APRN or Physician Assistant, PA-C
Serving AdventHealth Celebration
Join a high-performing Cardiovascular Surgery team providing comprehensive outpatient care for patients before and after cardiac surgery. This role offers the opportunity to develop deep expertise in the surgical management of complex cardiovascular conditions while partnering closely with cardiovascular surgeons throughout the continuum of care.
As an integral member of the team, you will evaluate and manage patients in the clinic setting, providing preoperative assessments, postoperative follow-up care, wound management, patient education, and ongoing clinical support. The APP serves as a key clinical resource for patients navigating their surgical journey, helping optimize outcomes through evidence-based care and close collaboration with the surgical team.
Scope of Practice
- Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including histories, physical examinations, and treatment planning.
- Manage patients throughout the preoperative and postoperative phases of cardiac surgery.
- Provide follow-up care, postoperative monitoring, wound assessments, dressing changes, and treatment of surgical site complications.
- Coordinate care plans and patient education to support recovery and long-term cardiovascular health.
- Triage and manage patient inquiries related to surgical preparation, recovery, medications, and symptoms.
- Collaborate closely with cardiovascular surgeons and multidisciplinary team members to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
- Care for patients with a variety of cardiovascular conditions and comorbidities, including coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, heart failure, hypertension, diabetes, COPD, and other complex medical conditions.
Why Join Our Team?
- 100% outpatient position with no inpatient rounding or call responsibilities.
- Opportunity to develop specialized expertise in cardiovascular surgery and postoperative patient management.
- Work alongside experienced cardiovascular surgeons in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Meaningful patient relationships through longitudinal care before and after life-changing cardiac procedures.
- Stable weekday schedule that supports work-life balance.
Schedule
- Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- 100% outpatient practice
Qualifications
- Master's degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
- Cardiovascular surgery, cardiology, cardiac critical care, or related cardiovascular experience preferred.
- Ability to independently assess, diagnose, and manage complex patient populations.
- Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and commitment to delivering exceptional patient care.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative specialty practice.
Licensure & Certification
- Current Florida APRN or Physician Assistant license (or eligibility to obtain).
- National certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
- Current BLS and ACLS certification.
Hospital Description
AdventHealth Celebration is a 317 bed, state-of-the-art hospital that serves as a showcase of innovation and excellence in healthcare. Our reputation for delivering highly efficient, patient-focused and cost-effective care allows us to achieve optimum health and wellness for patients with an emphasis on healing the whole person - mind, body and spirit. AdventHealth Celebration has been serving the residents of Osceola, Orange, Polk and Lake counties, and patients from around the world.
Community Description
AdventHealth is conveniently close to many gorgeous homes, downtown urban living, shopping, and great schools. As one of the most visited American cities, Orlando has world-class attractions including Universal Studios, Walt Disney World, and easy access to both coasts for numerous world renown beaches. Orlando is home to major league soccer (Orlando City Lions), NBA basketball (Orlando Magic) as well as University of Central Florida sports. The city also has many public and private universities and colleges. The Dr. Phillips Center for Performing Arts hosts variety of musical and theatrical performances throughout the year.
