Open-Heart Cardiac Surgery PA/NP | Hands-on OR & Rounding

Northwestern Medicine; Winfield (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 Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join the Cardiac Surgery department. The role is a 50/50 inpatient/outpatient mix with in-house and OR duties, including first assist on open-heart cases and post-op management.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, documenting care, coordinating with surgeons, and discharging patients. Strong communication and licensure in Illinois are required.

Qualifications

• The candidate holds a Master’s degree in nursing or physician assistant studies.
• Illinois APRN licensure or eligibility is required.
• Cardiac surgery experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide inpatient and outpatient care in cardiac surgery.
• Assist in OR, including first assist on open-heart cases.
• Manage post-op and pre-op plans and documentation.
• Coordinate with surgeons and other providers for transfers.
• Lead patient and family education and discharge planning.

Skills

Physician Assistant

Acute Care NP

Cardiac Surgery

Inpatient Care

Education

Master's degree (Nurse/PA)

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join the Cardiac Surgery department. The role is a 50/50 inpatient/outpatient mix with in-house and OR duties, including first assist on open-heart cases and post-op management.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, documenting care, coordinating with surgeons, and discharging patients. Strong communication and licensure in Illinois are required.