Advanced Practice Professional, NP or PA, Pediatric CV Surgery, Oak Lawn - Full Time

At Advocate Children’s Hospital – Oak Lawn, every heartbeat tells a story—and we’re privileged to help shape brighter futures for the children and families we serve. As one of Illinois’ largest pediatric providers and part of the nationally recognized Advocate Health system, we are dedicated to delivering world-class, family-centered care driven by compassion, clinical excellence, and purpose. We are seeking a highly skilled and driven Advanced Practice Professional (NP or PA-C) to join our Pediatric CV Surgery team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an APP who thrives in high-acuity, fast-paced environments and is passionate about making a meaningful impact on the lives of critically ill children.

Responsibilities

First Assist in complex pediatric cardiothoracic surgical procedures; Provide comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative management for pediatric patients, including those in critical care settings; Collaborate with a highly specialized, multidisciplinary team; Participate in overnight, weekend, and holiday call coverage; Deliver compassionate, family-centered care; Assess, diagnose, and determine/alter treatment and management plans; Order, perform, and interpret appropriate diagnostic studies; Prescribe pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and therapies; Provide health promotion, disease prevention, and disease management counseling and education; Maintain accurate, complete, concise, and timely documentation in the electronic medical record; Participate in quality, safety, and peer review initiatives; Participate in education and/or onboarding of new team members, students, and other health care professionals

Requirements

Active PA license(s) in state(s) of practice; Active PA national board certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants; Active DEA registration prior to hire; If Illinois practice: active Illinois Controlled Substance License prior to hire; Active BLS and/or ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by clinical practice prior to or within 6 months of hire; Bachelor’s Degree in Physician Assistant; APP experience required in Pediatric CV; Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency and excellent decision-making skills; Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team; Demonstrated ability to adapt to evolving technology and proficiency with the electronic medical record; Excellent communication skills; Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively; Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist continuously; Ability to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist; Ability to lift up to 20 lbs over the head; Ability to carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance