Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Cardiac Surgery - VAD Coordinator, Full-[...]

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is looking for a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join their Cardiac Surgery department as a VAD Coordinator. This full-time role involves coordinating patient evaluations, managing care, and providing education to patients and staff. Candidates should have a Master's degree and relevant certifications. The position offers a structured schedule and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in MCS or cardiac surgery preferred; new grads with relevant experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in patient evaluation and selection for advanced therapies.
• Manage outpatient call, clinical management, and care coordination.
• Provide education to VAD patients and caregivers.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Care Coordination

Education

Education

Master’s degree from an accredited nursing or Physician Assistant program

Acute care certification for APRNs

Job description

Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Cardiac Surgery - VAD Coordinator, Full-time, Days

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join our inpatient Cardiac Surgery department as a VAD Coordinator. This full-time role involves a schedule of 3x13 hours shifts (80 hours per pay period), Monday through Friday, with night, weekend, and holiday call responsibilities (remote or on-site).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in patient evaluation and selection for advanced therapies
• Manage outpatient call, clinical management, and care coordination (shared call)
• Inpatient discharge planning and care coordination
• Provide education to VAD patients and caregivers
• Oversee education for acute care staff and community resources
• Maintain VAD statistical databases and registries
• Manage equipment and supplies
• Prepare for Joint Commission certification
• Engage in community outreach on VAD safety
• Act as liaison among surgeons, cardiologists, industry partners, and patients

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited nursing or Physician Assistant program
• Acute care certification for APRNs
• Current Illinois RN and APRN licenses or Physician Assistant license
• Credentialed through NMH Medical Staff Office
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association
• Relevant experience in MCS or cardiac surgery preferred; new grads with relevant experience considered

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. Background checks are performed for employment consideration. We offer comprehensive benefits to support employee well-being.