Pediatric Cardiology APP — Weekend Inpatient (NP/PA)

Advocate Health; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 113,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Children’s Hospital in Oak Lawn, Illinois is seeking a Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) for its inpatient weekend program. The role offers a dedicated weekend inpatient schedule in one of the Midwest’s premier pediatric cardiac programs and requires collaboration with pediatric cardiologists and multidisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate is an experienced NP or PA with 1–2 years in pediatric cardiology, capable of independent practice with physician support, and committed

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nursing required.
• 1–2 years APP experience in Cardiology required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive history and physical examinations for hospitalized pediatric cardiology patients.
• Evaluate and manage pediatric patients with congenital and acquired cardiac conditions.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with attending physicians.
• Monitor clinical progress and respond to changes in patient condition.
• Coordinate care with nursing staff, consultants, therapists, and community providers.
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
• Document clinical encounters in the electronic medical record and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

Pediatric cardiology

Inpatient care

Family-centered care

Team collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

1-2 years APP experience in Cardiology

Job description

Advocate Children’s Hospital in Oak Lawn, Illinois is seeking a Cardiology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) for its inpatient weekend program. The role offers a dedicated weekend inpatient schedule in one of the Midwest’s premier pediatric cardiac programs and requires collaboration with pediatric cardiologists and multidisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate is an experienced NP or PA with 1–2 years in pediatric cardiology, capable of independent practice with physician support, and committed