General/Non-invasive Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider

Rush University System for Health; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 108,264 - 162,385; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Rush University System for Health is seeking an Inpatient General/Non-Invasive Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider at Rush Copley Medical Center in Aurora, Illinois. This role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to manage cardiovascular conditions and enhance patient care.

Qualified candidates should have relevant licensing and certifications. The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $108,264 to $162,385, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse or Advanced Practice Nurse.
• Current certification by ANCC or AANP.
• Current licensure as a Physician Assistant or eligible for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members.
• Perform patient evaluations and coordinate care transitions.
• Enhance inpatient access and continuity of care.

Skills

Collaboration with physicians

Patient evaluations

Quality and safety initiatives

Acute care certification

CPR, ACLS, PALS certifications

Education

Master of Science in Nursing

Doctorate of Nursing Practice

Accredited Physician Assistant Program

Job description

Position Overview

Rush Copley Medical Center, in Aurora, Illinois, part of the Rush University System for Health invites applications for the position of Inpatient General/Non-Invasive Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider.

Department and Team

The Cardiology team includes one dedicated General/Non-Invasive Physician and two Advanced Practice Providers. The team collaborates closely to provide high-quality, patient-centered care, including early detection and screening programs, an outpatient chest pain center, and advanced cardiovascular techniques.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to assess, diagnose, and manage cardiovascular conditions.
• Perform patient evaluations, coordinate care transitions, and participate in quality and safety initiatives.
• Schedule: Average 40 patient‑facing hours per week inpatient.
• Enhance inpatient access and continuity of care, supporting both acute and long‑term management of cardiac patients across the continuum of care.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Applicants with previous Advanced Practice Provider experience is preferred but not required. New graduates are welcome to apply.
2. APRN candidates will require Acute Care Certification if doing inpatient work.

Position Requirements

Nurse Practitioner

• Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse or eligible to obtain licensure through IDFPR.
• Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing practice with clinical specialty appropriate to position.
• Current certification by American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioner (AANP).
• CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications.

Physician Assistant

• Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant/Associate or eligible to obtain licensure through IDFPR.
• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate Program.
• Current certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
• CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications.

Benefits and Compensation

• Pay range: $108,264 - $162,385.
• Competitive total compensation including base pay, benefits, and incentive programs.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.