APRN-CNS: Clinical Leadership & Care Innovation

Aurora Health Care; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care is seeking an experienced CNS/APRN to deliver advanced nursing care across clinical, professional, and leadership domains. The role emphasizes complex patient assessments, care planning, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates hold a CNS certification with an Illinois APRN license, RN license, and DEA eligibility, plus BLS and possibly ACLS/PALS. The position requires flexibility in shifts and may involve travel within the facility network.

Qualifications

• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with an Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• National CNS certification from an accredited body.

Responsibilities

• Complete and document comprehensive histories and physical assessments.
• Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies.
• Develop and execute plans of care with interdisciplinary team.
• Provide patient and family education using approved materials.
• Contribute to quality improvement and evidence-based practice.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

EMR proficiency

DEA readiness

Education

Masters of Nursing (APRN-CNS)

RN experience (2 yrs)

APRN-CNS experience (1 yr)

Job description

Advocate Health Care is seeking an experienced CNS/APRN to deliver advanced nursing care across clinical, professional, and leadership domains. The role emphasizes complex patient assessments, care planning, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team.

Ideal candidates hold a CNS certification with an Illinois APRN license, RN license, and DEA eligibility, plus BLS and possibly ACLS/PALS. The position requires flexibility in shifts and may involve travel within the facility network.