AI summary
Banner University Medical Group Tucson (Banner Health) is hiring two experienced ACNP/APPs to support cardiothoracic surgeons in a fast-paced, team-oriented OR environment. You’ll act as a first assist in open heart surgery cases, supporting perioperative care and safe transitions to ICU, with rotating OR call including transplant. Standout perks include a broad Banner benefits package and eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness as part of a large non-profit health system.
Key skills
Cardiothoracic surgery OR experienceSurgical First Assist / RNFA experienceEndoscopic vein harvesting (EVH)CPR/BLS/ACLS certificationArizona advanced practice licensureBoard certification (APP/NP)DEA registration and prescribing privilegesPerioperative patient management and ICU handoffWorking under pressure in open heart surgeryInterdisciplinary collaboration (Residents/Fellows/Anesthesia/Cardiology)
Salary not listed — comparable Tucson, AZ cardiothoracic surgery NP/ACNP first-assist roles typically pay around $120k–$160k base depending on experience and call.
You'll thrive here if you stay calm under pressure, communicate clearly in a teaching-hospital OR, and can work independently to keep patient flow moving while first-assisting CT surgeons.
Why apply
- Full-time weekday OR schedule
- Rotating OR call incl. transplant
- CME plus paid time off
Banner University Medical Group Tucson is seeking to hire two experienced Advanced Practice Providers (ACNP) to support to our Cardiothoracic Surgeons and team . In this team-oriented practice, we all help each other to provide great care to our patients. As one might think, open heart surgery can be stressful, so the ability to work under pressure is a must. We are a teaching institution and have many individuals learning simultaneously. Good communication skills and a calm demeanor are essential in this position. This is a satisfying and challenging environment and one that requires extremely detailed skills along with a positive attitude. This APP professional will assist the CT surgeons in the OR setting in a first assist capacity. The ideal candidate helps Cardiothoracic Surgeons, and collaborates with Residents, Fellows, and clinicians from the Cardiology, Thoracic, Transplant, Radiology, and Anesthesia departments. The candidate needs the ability to work independently in the hospital to maintain patient flow efficiency.
Position Details:
Full Time | Monday - Friday 7a to completion of surgeries.
Experience with EVH is preferred.
Predominantly in the OR taking conduit (vein, radial arteries), helping with prepping, draping, opening, closing, and transitioning patient safely to the ICU & other perioperative care.
Rotating OR call, including transplant.
Required Qualifications:
2-3 years CT Surgery/OR experience (RNFA or Surgical First Assist experience preferred)
May consider new grads with a background in cardiac care.
Current Board Certification
Current Arizona License
Current CPR, BLS, and ACLS.
Current prescribing privileges including a DEA license for controlled substance.
Banner Benefits:
You take care of others. Let us take care of you. At Banner, your benefits package is all about your well-being. But thats more than just basic medical, dental and vision coverage its everything that makes you uniquely you, from your emotional health, to your family to your satisfaction at work. So, we design your benefits with you in mind. We listen to what you have to say, offer a wide variety of competitive benefits to give you peace of mind and provide additional tools and resources to support you.
Paid Sick Time, Personal Time Off, and CME
Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
As one of the nations largest non-profit health systems, you'd qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Adoption Assistance, Fertility Benefits, and Parental Leave Support
Resources available for pet care, childcare, elder care, housekeeping, and tutoring
24/7 Confidential Mental Health Support, plus coordination of child and elder care
Well-Being Program, including healthy-habit building, fitness challenges, nutrition guides, on-demand webinars, sleep guides, mindfulness, and more!
Financial wellness resources, including retirement plan with matching, employee perks and discounts
Pet, Auto, and Home Insurance included in Voluntary Benefit Options
Our Community:
The soul of the Sonoran Desert. The flavor of the Southwest. The peacefully blooming community of Tucson, Arizona is nestled within surrounding mountain views and the lush Sonoran Desert. With 350+ days of annual sunshine, it is easy to soak some sunny Vitamin D with championship golf courses, scenic hiking, cycling-friendly community, horseback riding, and daytrip fishing or kayaking. Selfcare enrichment abounds in refreshing spa resorts, art galleries, enriching culture and entertainment. Tucson was also designated a UNESCO City of Gastronomy with many exciting culinary adventures in our restaurant scene. With a population slightly over 0.5 million, Tucson is a growing city with a college town feel that continues to boast an attractive cost of luxury living to enjoy with those you love most!
Submit your CV for immediate consideration!
As an equal opportunity employer, Banner Health values culture and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. Banner Health is an EEO Employer.
POS13280/POS13299
Nurse Practitioner-Surgery: Cardiothoracic
Position Details:
Full Time | Monday - Friday 7a to completion of surgeries.
Experience with EVH is preferred.
Predominantly in the OR taking conduit (vein, radial arteries), helping with prepping, draping, opening, closing, and transitioning patient safely to the ICU & other perioperative care.
Rotating OR call, including transplant.
Required Qualifications:
2-3 years CT Surgery/OR experience (RNFA or Surgical First Assist experience preferred)
May consider new grads with a background in cardiac care.
Current Board Certification
Current Arizona License
Current CPR, BLS, and ACLS.
Current prescribing privileges including a DEA license for controlled substance.
Banner Benefits:
You take care of others. Let us take care of you. At Banner, your benefits package is all about your well-being. But thats more than just basic medical, dental and vision coverage its everything that makes you uniquely you, from your emotional health, to your family to your satisfaction at work. So, we design your benefits with you in mind. We listen to what you have to say, offer a wide variety of competitive benefits to give you peace of mind and provide additional tools and resources to support you.
Paid Sick Time, Personal Time Off, and CME
Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
As one of the nations largest non-profit health systems, you'd qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Adoption Assistance, Fertility Benefits, and Parental Leave Support
Resources available for pet care, childcare, elder care, housekeeping, and tutoring
24/7 Confidential Mental Health Support, plus coordination of child and elder care
Well-Being Program, including healthy-habit building, fitness challenges, nutrition guides, on-demand webinars, sleep guides, mindfulness, and more!
Financial wellness resources, including retirement plan with matching, employee perks and discounts
Pet, Auto, and Home Insurance included in Voluntary Benefit Options
Our Community:
The soul of the Sonoran Desert. The flavor of the Southwest. The peacefully blooming community of Tucson, Arizona is nestled within surrounding mountain views and the lush Sonoran Desert. With 350+ days of annual sunshine, it is easy to soak some sunny Vitamin D with championship golf courses, scenic hiking, cycling-friendly community, horseback riding, and daytrip fishing or kayaking. Selfcare enrichment abounds in refreshing spa resorts, art galleries, enriching culture and entertainment. Tucson was also designated a UNESCO City of Gastronomy with many exciting culinary adventures in our restaurant scene. With a population slightly over 0.5 million, Tucson is a growing city with a college town feel that continues to boast an attractive cost of luxury living to enjoy with those you love most!
Submit your CV for immediate consideration!
As an equal opportunity employer, Banner Health values culture and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. Banner Health is an EEO Employer.
POS13280/POS13299
Nurse Practitioner-Surgery: Cardiothoracic