Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology, Full-time, Days

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Chicago is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join their interventional cardiology team. In this full-time role, you will conduct comprehensive pre-procedural evaluations, manage patient medications, and provide education to patients about their care. Ideal candidates will hold a Master's degree in nursing or as a Physician Assistant and possess current Illinois licensure. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, promoting the well-being of both employees and patients.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited nursing school or Physician Assistant Program.
• Current RN and APRN licenses in Illinois.
• Experience in interventional cardiology preferred.
• MSO privileging and credentialing required for practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough pre-procedural evaluations and H&Ps.
• Manage patient medications, including anticoagulants.
• Educate patients on procedure expectations and post-care.
• Post-procedure follow-up visits to assess recovery and titrate meds.
• Support onboarding and mentoring of new APPs and students.
• Collaborate with cardiology and pharmacy to optimize patient care.

Skills

Pre-procedural evaluations

Medication management

Patient education

Risk stratification

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree from an accredited school

Current license as a Registered Nurse in Illinois

Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Basic Life Support certification

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification

Job description

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Interventional Cardiology, Full-time, Days

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Advanced Practice Provider to join our interventional cardiology team. The role supports the interventional cardiology care continuum with clinical responsibilities spanning the clinic. This role is based in the outpatient clinic, supporting patients undergoing invasive cardiac procedures. The APP will lead the pre-procedural evaluation process, including comprehensive history and physicals (H&Ps), medication management, risk stratification, and patient education. They will ensure patients are fully optimized and prepared for their procedures. Additionally, the APP will see patients post-operatively in the clinic to ensure proper follow-up and recovery.

Schedule: M-F, 4x10s - day off TBD; no nights/weekends/holidays/on-call

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough pre-procedural H&Ps, including risk stratification and assessment of comorbidities.
• Manage and reconcile medications, including anticoagulants and antiplatelets, in collaboration with cardiology and pharmacy.
• Screen for contrast allergies, renal function, and device-related considerations (e.g., pacemakers, ICDs).
• Educate patients and families on procedure expectations, risks, and post-procedure care.
• Coordinate labs, imaging, and pre-procedure testing; ensure all documentation and clearances are complete.
• Identify and address social or logistical barriers to care (e.g., transportation, home support).
• Serve as a liaison between patients, procedural teams, and referring providers to ensure seamless care coordination.

Outpatient Follow-Up

• See patients in the outpatient clinic for post-procedure follow-up, medication titration, and symptom reassessment as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, peer reviews, and case conferences.
• Assist in onboarding and mentoring new APPs or rotating students.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of pre-admission and post-procedural care protocols.
• Support other needs of the Interventional Cardiology department as directed.

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by a national certifying body as approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation APRN Board. (Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number OR Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program/Current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Illinois. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number)
• Privileged and credentialed through the Medical Staff Office (MSO)
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association) certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required as specified by department

Preferred

• Experience in interventional cardiology

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending on the job family.