Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Cardiology

Allina Health; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 151,000 - 184,000; Part time

Job summary

Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) for the Comprehensive CV Care and Coordination Center at Abbott Northwestern Hospital. This 0.9 FTE position involves a 36-hour work week with day/night rotation and weekend coverage.

The role supports general inpatient and cardiology care, collaborating with physicians and nursing staff to deliver high-quality patient care. Requires NP/PA master’s degree and cardiology/ICU experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree - Completion of accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in cardiology or ICU.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical care for patients as part of a physician/nurse team.
• Performs comprehensive patient assessments and determines diagnosis and treatment.
• Prescribes medications, therapies and medical equipment within scope.
• Educates patients and serves as case manager and consultant to staff.

Skills

APN/PA role

Cardiology experience

Inpatient care

Team-based care

Education

Master's degree in NP or PA

Job description

Location Address: 2800 10th Ave Receiving Dock Minneapolis, MN 55407-1311

Date Posted: October 08, 2026

Department: 61005025

Shift: Day/Night (United States of America)

Shift Length: 12 hour shift

Hours Per Week: 36

Union Contract: Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation: Occasional

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details

Allina Health Minneapolis Heart Institute is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider to our Comprehensive CV Care and Coordination Center at Abbott Northwestern Hospital. .9 FTE position. The schedule includes both day and night shifts. The position is 36 hours per week. 12-hour day/night rotation, with working every 4th to 5th weekend, on average. In addition, the position provides holiday and back up coverage. The role support supports general inpatient / C5 cardiology.

Job Description

Provides help with all aspects of patient care, including diagnosis, treatments and consultations as part of a physician/nurse team in accordance with the designated specialty. Works in both inpatient and outpatient situations and can perform independently or as part of a treatment team. Serves as an educator, case manager, consultant to staff and multidisciplinary health care team.

Principal Responsibilities

• Provides clinical care for patients
• Completes comprehensive patient assessments.
• Determines diagnosis and treatment of illness.
• Orders and interprets medical diagnostics in tandem with attending physician.
• Prescribes medications, treatments, therapy and medical equipment.
• Conducts patient education when working to manage chronic illness or wellness care.
• Refers for specialty care when determined.
• Consults with physician when patient needs outside of Nurse Practitioner scope of practice, diagnosis or treatment plan is unclear.
• Participates in health care team.
• Promotes communication within the team and other interdisciplinary health care staff.
• Acts as resource to members of the team.
• Works with primary care team for program development.
• Acts as liaison with outside agencies as needed.
• Collaborates with hospital staff by consulting and rounding on patients if designated by the specialty.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree - Completion of accredited Nurse Practitioner program or Physician Assistant program.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in cardiology or ICU.

Preferred Qualifications

• New graduates may be considered.

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing required upon hire (NP)
• Certified Nurse Practitioner - American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) certification within specialty or
• Certification as a Physician Assistant - NCCPA -National Commission Certification of Physician Assistants upon hire required.
• ACLS-BLS Tier 2 - Multisource required within 180 Days
• Drug Enforcement Administration required upon hire
• Active MN NP/PA license (or ability to obtain)

Physical Demands

• Medium Work*: Lifting weight Up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), Up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $150,509 to $183,893 per year The pay described reflects the starting base pay range, assuming a full-time FTE. Your starting rate will depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Allina Health is committed to adhering with all applicable local, state and federal minimum wage requirements.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That’s why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive — not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being — mind, body, spirit and community — of you and your family members. Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support
• Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer *Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

People at Allina Health have a career of making a difference in the lives of the millions of patients we see each year at our 90+ clinics, 12 hospitals and through a wide variety of specialty care services in Minnesota and western Wisconsin.

We’re a not-for-profit organization committed to enriching your career by providing ongoing training, competitive compensation, support for work-life balance and ways to give back to the communities we serve.

Join our team of 27,000+ employees – your career opportunities are limitless!

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Allina Health is an E-Verify Employer

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