Critical Care APP Position with Growing Intensivist Team in Illinois

Carle Health; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Job summary

Carle Health in Peoria, IL, seeks an Advanced Practice Provider to join the multidisciplinary Critical Care team at Carle Health Methodist Hospital. You will deliver comprehensive ICU care, including admissions, H&P, daily management, progress notes, consults, and discharge planning in a 24-bed unit (CVICU + Medical/Surgical ICU).

Applicants should hold a Master's in Nursing with ACNP/AGACNP or PA, Illinois license, and national certification; new graduates with critical care exposure are

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing with ACNP/AGACNP or PA required.
• Current Illinois APRN or PA license and national certification.
• Critical care, acute care, emergency medicine, hospital medicine experience preferred or strong interest.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive ICU care including admissions, H&P, daily management, progress notes, consults, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with Critical Care physicians and specialty consultants to deliver evidence-based care.
• Work in a 24-bed ICU (CVICU + Medical/Surgical ICU) with a structured onboarding and progressive autonomy.
• Flexible scheduling with 8- and 12-hour shifts including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Skills

ICU patient management

Team collaboration

Bedside procedures support

Education

Master's in Nursing ACNP/AGACNP or PA

Job description

Opportunity Details

• Join a collaborative, multidisciplinary Critical Care team consisting of 6 Critical Care Physicians and 3 Advanced Practice Providers at Carle Health Methodist Hospital.
• Provide comprehensive care for critically ill patients in a multidisciplinary ICU environment, including admissions and H&Ps, daily management, progress notes, consults, care coordination, transfers, and discharge planning.
• Work closely with Critical Care physicians and a broad network of specialty consultants to deliver evidence-based critical care.
• Practice in a combined 24-bed ICU environment, including a 12-bed Cardiovascular ICU (CVICU) and 12-bed Medical/Surgical ICU.
• Typical APP patient census averages approximately 6-8 patients per shift, consisting of a mix of new admissions and established ICU patients.
• Perform bedside procedures with physician support and mentorship. Procedures may include arterial line placement, central venous catheter insertion, dialysis catheter placement, thoracentesis, paracentesis, and airway management support.
• Comprehensive onboarding and procedural training provided, including a structured orientation program lasting several months with progressive autonomy based on experience and competency.
• Collaborative practice environment with strong physician presence, nursing support, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, and ancillary staff dedicated to critical care patients.
• Flexible scheduling with a combination of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Competitive compensation package with up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

Education Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing with Acute Care specialty (ACNP, AGACNP) or Physician Assistant.
• Prior critical care, acute care, emergency medicine, hospital medicine, or related clinical experience preferred.
• New graduate candidates with significant critical care clinical training, ICU rotations, or strong interest in Critical Care Medicine are encouraged to apply.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• Current Illinois Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license or Physician Assistant license.
• Current national certification appropriate to training and specialty.

About Our Community

Located in Peoria, Illinois, Carle Health Methodist Hospital is a respected regional referral center serving patients throughout Central Illinois. Peoria offers an affordable cost of living, excellent schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation, cultural attractions, dining, and entertainment. Residents enjoy a high quality of life with short commute times, diverse housing options, and convenient access to major metropolitan areas including Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. As part of Carle Health, providers benefit from a mission-driven organization committed to innovation, professional growth, collaboration, and delivering exceptional patient care.

Contact Information

Madelyn Roseman, Provider Sourcer, Email: [e-mail]