Advanced Practice Nurse, APRN, Cardiology Fast Track, Chicago – Part-Time

Clinical Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive assessments, establish diagnoses, and develop or adjust treatment plans tailored to patient age, acuity, and clinical condition.
• Order, interpret, and act on diagnostic studies; prescribe pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions in alignment with best practices.
• Manage complex conditions using evidence-based guidelines, balancing clinical indications, cost-effectiveness, and risk-benefit considerations.
• Provide health promotion, disease prevention, and patient/family education to support long-term management of heart failure.
• Support initiatives aimed at reducing cardiac-related hospital admissions through proactive management and patient education.
• Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team, seeking physician input or specialty referrals as appropriate; escalate care for emergent needs.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record and ensure compliance with coding and billing standards.
• Facilitate coordinated care and clear communication among all care team members and community resources.
• Perform office or hospital-based procedures within granted privileges and demonstrated competencies.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Advanced Cardiology Expertise: Strong foundation in managing heart failure and acute cardiac conditions, including medication titration, fluid management, and interpretation of cardiac diagnostics to prevent readmissions.
• Proactive Care Approach: Ability to identify early warning signs and implement interventions that reduce hospitalizations and improve patient outcomes.
• Critical Thinking Under Pressure: Make sound clinical decisions for complex cardiac cases, balancing evidence-based care with individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborative Leadership: Work independently while partnering closely with cardiologists, nurses, and the interdisciplinary team to streamline care and support Fast Track protocols.
• Patient Engagement Skills: Deliver clear, compassionate education to patients and families on disease management, lifestyle changes, and adherence strategies—key to reducing cardiac-related admissions.
• Tech-Savvy Care Delivery: Proficiency with electronic medical records and comfort using evolving cardiac care technology, including remote monitoring tools.
• Organizational Excellence: Ability to manage multiple patients efficiently in a fast-paced environment while maintaining accuracy and quality of care.

Licensure/Certification:

• Active RN and APRN/APRN-FPA/APNP license(s) in state(s) of practice
• National board certification in clinical specialty and population served
• Active DEA registration and Illinois Controlled Substance License (prior to hire)
• Current BLS and ACLS (or obtained within 6 months of hire)

Education:

• Master’s Degree in Nursing

Experience:

• Prior experience required in Cardiology.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist throughout the workday
• Functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist, 20 lbs overhead, and carry up to 40 lbs

Why Advocate Aurora Health?

At Advocate Trinity Hospital in Chicago, you’ll join a mission-driven organization dedicated to delivering exceptional heart failure care to the community. As part of one of the Midwest’s largest health systems, Trinity offers the best of both worlds: advanced resources and technology within a warm, community-focused setting.

You’ll work alongside a collaborative team committed to innovation, evidence-based practice, and improving patient outcomes. Here, your expertise will make a meaningful impact on Chicago’s South Side while you enjoy opportunities for professional growth, continuing education, and access to cutting-edge cardiovascular care programs.