Seeking a Cardiac Surgery Nurse Practitioner in Fort Wayne, IN - Join Lutheran Hospital

Lutheran Medical Group, a member of the Lutheran Health Network, is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner to join our expanding Cardiothoracic and Cardiovascular team. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside highly skilled surgeons and advanced practice providers caring for complex cardiac, vascular, thoracic, and heart failure patients across multiple care settings.

Position Highlights

• Medical group-employed position
• Join a collaborative team of experienced surgeons and APPs
• Provide care for high-acuity cardiac, vascular, thoracic, and heart failure patients
• Diverse clinical experience with a mix of:
  • Inpatient care, including ICU and step-down units
  • Outpatient clinic responsibilities
  • Operating Room participation
• Weekend coverage shared through a rotating schedule with fellow APPs
• Evening weekday call responsibilities with overnight coverage supported by a dedicated nocturnal APP team
• Experienced candidates preferred; highly motivated new graduates are encouraged to apply

Why Fort Wayne?

Fort Wayne is one of the Midwest’s fastest-growing cities, offering a welcoming community, affordable cost of living, excellent schools, vibrant downtown amenities, and abundant recreational opportunities. Enjoy the advantages of a large healthcare market while maintaining an exceptional quality of life.

Comprehensive Compensation Package Includes

• Competitive compensation
• Relocation assistance
• Annual CME allowance
• Generous paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

If you are passionate about cardiovascular care and looking for a dynamic role that offers clinical variety, collaborative teamwork, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes, we invite you to explore this opportunity with Lutheran Medical Group.

About the Hospital

Lutheran Hospital is a 396-bed tertiary care facility in Fort Wayne serving northeastern Indiana and northwestern Ohio. Accredited by The Joint Commission, the hospital offers comprehensive services including Level II adult and pediatric trauma care, stroke care, cancer care, heart and transplant services, maternity and pediatric care, and a wide range of inpatient and outpatient specialties to meet the needs of the regional community.

Community

Fort Wayne, Indiana’s second-largest city, is a nationally recognized and affordable community offering strong educational systems, multiple universities, cultural institutions, museums, sports teams, and an extensive trail network. Centrally located in the Midwest, Fort Wayne provides easy access to major cities, including Chicago, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and Detroit.

About Community Health Systems

Community Health Systems, Inc. (CHS) is one of the nation’s leading healthcare providers. Developing and operating healthcare delivery systems in 36 distinct markets across 13 states, CHS is committed to helping people get well and live healthier. CHS operates 60+ acute-care hospitals and more than 1,000 other sites of care, including physician practices, urgent care centers, freestanding emergency departments, occupational medicine clinics, imaging centers, cancer centers and ambulatory surgery centers.

From Alaska to Florida, our affiliated hospitals are the cornerstones of their communities. These local hospitals and healthcare systems play a vital role by providing close to home care and peace of mind for millions of people each year.

Our affiliated hospitals have the flexibility to meet individual needs and the ability to offer competitive recruitment packages and start-up incentives. Hundreds of physicians choose CHS affiliated hospitals each year for quality of care and quality of life.