A Pediatrics Nurse Practitioner provides primary care and nursing care to infant, children and adolescent patients. Performs physical exams, orders diagnostic tests, and provides medications. Works in a physician's office or other healthcare facility, under the direction of a physician. Performs work similar to that of a physician assistant but has different medical training and degree.
Join us and reimagine health care Advocate Health, the third-largest nonprofit integrated health system in the nation, has multiple opportunities for Advanced Practice Clinicians in Illinois and Wisconsin. Why choose
Advocate Health:
Our clinician-led medical group, under the leadership of Rhonda Hoyer, VP and Chief Advanced Practice Officer, is focused on excellence, transformation and reputation through your voice Committed to cultivating the ingenuity of our diverse personalities and teams APCs actively engaged in leadership Continuing medical education flexibility Access to fully integrated continuum of care Practice at top of licensure Structured on-boarding program for new graduates and practicing APCs Variety of opportunities On-going professional development Competitive salary and benefits Whether you're looking to practice in the heart of a city such as Chicago or Milwaukee, a clinic in the suburbs, or a charming small town, we have the perfect opportunity for you. We're seeking Advanced Practice Providers (NP/PA) to join our Cardiology team in Sheboygan, Wisconsin as we continue to expand and strengthen care across both hospital and clinic settings. This is an opportunity to join a growing and evolving program with a true inpatient and outpatient cardiology role within a broad general cardiology practice, including interventional cardiology, a dedicated heart failure clinic, and a growing electrophysiology service, all within a team-based care environment. Current Focus We are actively working to: Strengthen inpatient coverage Rebuild and expand outpatient access (general cardiology and heart failure) Enhance APP onboarding, training, and long-term development Foster a collaborative, supportive team environment About the role: This position includes: Inpatient cardiology care (primary focus initially), including stress testing Outpatient clinic support as the team expands Scheduled Monday through Friday, with weekend hospital coverage (approximately 1 in 5 weekends) added once fully trained You will have the opportunity to: Manage a broad range of cardiovascular conditions Work closely with physician and APP colleagues in a team-based model Contribute to care model development and workflow design Cardiology experience is preferred, but we welcome motivated candidates with strong acute care or internal medicine backgrounds, including those looking to build a career in cardiology within a structured and supportive environment. Licenses & Certifications Physician Assistant license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices. Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification issued by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices, and Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) certification issued by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), or Nurse Practitioner (AANP) certification issued by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), and Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Registration, and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA). May obtain within 6 months based on department discretion. Degrees Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant. Master's Degree in Nursing Required Functional Experience Would prefer APP experience
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
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. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to effectively collaborate with and establish/build relationships with others. Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist continuously throughout the workday. Must have functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing.
Must be able to:
lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist. lift up to 20 lbs over the head. carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance.
Must be able to:
push/pull with 30 lbs of force. perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs with a second person present. Will be exposed to the following hazards: mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation as well as blood and body fluids; therefore, protective clothing and equipment (i.e., goggles, lead apron, gloves, gowns, etc.) must be worn as necessary. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
