Advanced Practice Professional, PA-C or APRN, Urology, Full Time, Elgin

Advocate Health; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health in Illinois is seeking a Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse to provide clinical care, support professional practice, and participate in leadership activities across our urology services.

The role requires state licensure in Illinois, a master’s degree, certification, and strong interpersonal skills; EMR proficiency and the ability to work flexibly, including on-call coverage.

Qualifications

• Required Illinois licensure for PA or APRN; master's degree in respective program.
• NCCPA certification for PA or national board certification for APRN.
• Experience in urology is strongly preferred but not required; surgical or consult experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical care and professional practice aligned with patient-centered outcomes.
• Provide leadership within the team and contribute to quality improvement.
• Maintain compliance with licensure, credentialing, and safety standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

EMR proficiency

NCCPA certification

Illinois Controlled Substance License

DEA registration

BLS certification

PALS/ACLS as required

Education

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant studies

Master’s in Nursing for APRN

Job description

Major Responsibilities

This position encompasses clinical care, professional practice, and leadership responsibilities, ensuring safe, high-quality, and patient-centered outcomes.

Licensure

• Active Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure in the State of Illinois.

Education and Experience

• PA: Master’s degree or equivalent in Physician Assistant studies (effective January 1, 2018).
• APRN: Master’s in Nursing with current national certification in the appropriate specialty.
• Prior urology experience is strongly preferred but not required. Surgical or consult experience is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration and patient engagement.
• Proficiency in Electronic Medical Records.
• Current NCCPA certification (for PA) or national board certification (for APRN).
• Illinois Controlled Substance License within six months of hire.
• DEA registration eligibility and possession within six months of hire (may vary by site).
• Current BLS certification; PALS/ACLS certification as required by practice site.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including on-call coverage, to meet patient and organizational needs.
• Capacity to work under pressure in challenging situations and respond quickly to patient needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Routine exposure to infectious specimens and patients, as well as potentially hazardous conditions.
• Competence in caring for patients across age groups, understanding developmental and aging patterns.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds independently; patient handling equipment and team assistance required for heavier lifts.