CTICU PA/ACNP: Transplant & Critical Care Leader

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a highly qualified Advanced Practice Provider for the Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU) to manage complex transplant patients, collaborate with surgical and critical care teams, and lead education for patients and families in a high-acuity setting.

The role requires APN/PA credentials, Illinois licensure, and APRN certification with BLS; ICU experience preferred. Competitive benefits and clinical progression offered in a patient-first environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited nursing program or APRN program.
• Acute care certification required for APRNs.
• Current Illinois RN license and APRN license; national APRN certification.
• Privileged and credentialed through NMH MSO (Medical Staff Office).
• DEA number and controlled substance license eligibility.
• Alternate: Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive management of CTICU patient populations, including transplant cases.
• Develop and implement plans of care with critical care and surgical teams.
• Prescribe/manage medications and supervise ventilatory status with respiratory therapy.
• Demonstrate competency in procedures (central line, arterial line, chest tube, bronchoscopy).
• Lead education for patients and families; participate in quality improvement and research.

Education

Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing

Acute care certification for APRNs

Current Illinois RN license

Current Illinois APRN license

Certification as an APRN by a national certifying body

Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program

DEA license / controlled substance license eligibility

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a highly qualified Advanced Practice Provider for the Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (CTICU) to manage complex transplant patients, collaborate with surgical and critical care teams, and lead education for patients and families in a high-acuity setting.

The role requires APN/PA credentials, Illinois licensure, and APRN certification with BLS; ICU experience preferred. Competitive benefits and clinical progression offered in a patient-first environment.