MATT LANDRY
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Dynamic Cardiothoracic Nurse Practitioner and Registered Nurse First Assistant with over 15 years of expertise in acute care, hospitalist medicine, cardiovascular disease management, and cardiovascular surgery. Proficient in intraoperative first assisting, endovascular vein harvesting, and perioperative management of complex cardiac and vascular patients. Renowned for exceptional clinical judgment and leadership within cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgical teams, delivering high-acuity patient care in tertiary hospital environments. Committed to advancing healthcare through collaboration in multidisciplinary teams, implementing best practices, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes with precision and empathy.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner First Assistant, Cardiothoracic Surgery
Acadiana Heart and Vascular
Lafayette, Louisiana
05.2025 - Current
- Serve as primary first assistant in open and minimally invasive cardiothoracic procedures, including coronary artery bypass grafting and valve surgery.
- Perform endovascular vein harvesting (EVH) and provide intraoperative exposure, hemostasis, and wound closure.
- Manage perioperative assessment, postoperative care, and coordination with surgical and intensive care teams.
- Support high-acuity adult surgical patients in a multidisciplinary cardiothoracic service.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Conducted research to stay current on best practices in the field of nurse practitioner medicine.
Nurse Practitioner, PRN
Cardiovascular Institute of the South
New Iberia and Lafayette, Louisiana
10.2014 - Current
- Provide comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of adult cardiovascular patients in outpatient and inpatient settings
- Collaborate with cardiologists in the management of chronic and acute cardiac conditions
- Perform independent patient assessments and coordinate follow-up care and diagnostics
- Mentored junior staff in advanced clinical procedures and best practices for cardiovascular care.
- Led initiatives to evaluate and improve quality of care metrics within the practice setting.
- Analyzed patient data trends to identify areas for improvement in service delivery and clinical effectiveness.
Nurse Practitioner, Hospitalist Services
TeamHealth, Iberia Medical Center
New Iberia, Louisiana
05.2013 - 09.2014
- Managed acutely ill adult patients in a hospitalist service model
- Conducted daily rounds, admissions, and discharges in collaboration with attending physicians
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care for complex medical patients
- Handled as many as 20 patients each day, transitioning care between departments and outside physicians.
Nurse Practitioner, Hospitalist Services
Schumacher Clinical Partners, Dauterive Hospital
New Iberia, Louisiana
11.2012 - 04.2014
- Provided inpatient management of acute medical conditions in a community hospital setting
- Performed diagnostic evaluation, treatment planning, and discharge coordination
- Participated in rapid response and escalation of care processes
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to determine diagnosis and treatment plans.
RN and Nurse Practitioner
Magnolia Estates Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Lafayette, Louisiana
06.2012 - 03.2013
- Delivered primary and acute care services to geriatric long-term care residents
- Managed chronic disease, acute illness, and care transitions in collaboration with physicians
RN and Nurse Practitioner
Quality Healthcare Resources
Louisiana
08.2011 - 06.2012
- Provided evaluation and treatment of adult patients in walk-in clinic and long-term care settings
- Performed independent patient assessments and coordinated physician follow-up
RN, ICU Charge Nurse
Dauterive Hospital
New Iberia, Louisiana
05.2005 - 02.2012
- Provided total patient care in a nine-bed intensive care unit
- Supervised nursing staff as charge nurse and coordinated unit operations
- Participated in Rapid Response and Code Team activities
- Cross-trained in emergency services and medical-surgical leadership roles
RN House Supervisor, PRN
Dauterive Hospital
New Iberia, Louisiana
12.2010 - Current
- Represent hospital administration during off-hours and coordinate hospital-wide operations
- Serve as a clinical and administrative resource for all inpatient departments
- Coordinated patient care activities, optimizing workflow efficiency across multiple departments.
- Maintain working knowledge of EMTALA regulations and hospital compliance standards
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with established protocols and quality care standards.
Education
Certification of First Assisting - Registered Nurse First Assistant
National Institute of First Assisting
Centennial, CO12-2026
Graduate Certificate - Acute Care Cardiology and Cardiovascular Nursing
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette08.2019
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette12.2011
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette05.2005
Skills
- Preventive health management
- Health education
- Preventive health strategies
- Team-based collaboration
- Comprehensive patient evaluation
- Electronic record keeping
- Cardiovascular patient care
Accomplishments
- Supervised a team of 12 advanced practice providers (APPs).
- Sigma Theta Tau Honor Society.
- APRN of the Year Nominee through the Louisiana State Nurses Association for his leadership skills and the high-quality cardiovascular care.
- Developed an internal Nurse Practitioner Resource Binder for new and experienced cardiovascular providers.
Affiliations
- Louisiana Association of Nurse Practitioners
- American Academy of Nurse Practitioners
- Member of the American College of Cardiology
Certification
- Adult Nurse Practitioner, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, Active
- Registered Nurse, State of Louisiana, Active
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support, American Heart Association
- Registered Nurse First Assistant
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner First Assistant, Cardiothoracic Surgery
Acadiana Heart and Vascular
05.2025 - Current
Nurse Practitioner, PRN
Cardiovascular Institute of the South
10.2014 - Current
Nurse Practitioner, Hospitalist Services
TeamHealth, Iberia Medical Center
05.2013 - 09.2014
Nurse Practitioner, Hospitalist Services
Schumacher Clinical Partners, Dauterive Hospital
11.2012 - 04.2014
RN and Nurse Practitioner
Magnolia Estates Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
06.2012 - 03.2013
RN and Nurse Practitioner
Quality Healthcare Resources
08.2011 - 06.2012
RN House Supervisor, PRN
Dauterive Hospital
12.2010 - Current
RN, ICU Charge Nurse
Dauterive Hospital
05.2005 - 02.2012
Graduate Certificate - Acute Care Cardiology and Cardiovascular Nursing
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Certification of First Assisting - Registered Nurse First Assistant
National Institute of First Assisting
Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
University of Louisiana At Lafayette