5-7 years of experience in cardiology or heart failure preferred
Board Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Eligible for state medical license and DEA registration
BLS and ACLS certification required
Master's degree in Nursing required
Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive evaluation and management of heart failure patients in outpatient and inpatient settings.
Optimize and titrate guideline-directed medical therapy according to current heart failure guidelines.
Coordinate transitions of care and ensure timely follow-up after hospitalizations.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to create individualized treatment plans.
Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, medications, diet, and lifestyle changes.
Monitor patient progress, review diagnostic tests, and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives within the Heart Failure Program.
Benefits
Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription options
Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan and disability/life insurance
Pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Ascension-paid tuition and ongoing professional development opportunities
Employee Assistance Program and resources for emotional well-being
Parental leave and adoption assistance
Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and more
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance
The Advanced Heart Failure APP will work as part of a multidisciplinary team providing comprehensive care to patients with heart failure, including those receiving guideline-directed medical therapy (GDMT) and advanced heart failure therapies. This role is primarily involves close collaboration with cardiologists, nurses, pharmacists, and care management teams to optimize patient outcomes and reduce hospitalizations.
How you'll make an impact in this role
Provide comprehensive evaluation and management of heart failure patients in the outpatient/Inpatient setting.
Optimize and titrate guideline-directed medical therapy in accordance with current heart failure guidelines.
Coordinate transitions of care and timely follow-up following hospitalizations.
Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans.
Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, medications, diet, and lifestyle modifications.
Monitor patient progress, review diagnostic testing, and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice efforts within the Heart Failure Program.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation and support program quality metrics.
Provide inpatient heart failure rounding coverage every fourth weekend to support continuity of care.
Board Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Eligible for state medical license and DEA/Controlled Substance registration
BLS and ACLS certification required
Schedule
Nine half-day outpatient clinic sessions per week.
Inpatient heart failure rounding every fourth weekend.
About the Facility
387 bed hospital
Level II trauma
Regional Referral Center
High Acuity
Certified Stroke Center
Excellent Cardiology, Heart Failure, Cardio Thoracic Surgery and Neurosurgey Programs
24/7 Intensivist service
Integrated referral network
Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
What minimum requirements you'll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.
Education:
Master's degree of Nursing required.
Benefits that help you thrive
Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
Responsibilities
How you'll make an impact in this role
Provide comprehensive evaluation and management of heart failure patients in the outpatient/Inpatient setting.
Optimize and titrate guideline-directed medical therapy in accordance with current heart failure guidelines.
Coordinate transitions of care and timely follow-up following hospitalizations.
Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans.
Educate patients and caregivers on disease management, medications, diet, and lifestyle modifications.
Monitor patient progress, review diagnostic testing, and adjust treatment plans as appropriate.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based practice efforts within the Heart Failure Program.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation and support program quality metrics.
Provide inpatient heart failure rounding coverage every fourth weekend to support continuity of care.
Board Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
Eligible for state medical license and DEA/Controlled Substance registration
BLS and ACLS certification required
Schedule
Nine half-day outpatient clinic sessions per week.
Inpatient heart failure rounding every fourth weekend.
About the Facility
387 bed hospital
Level II trauma
Regional Referral Center
High Acuity
Certified Stroke Center
Excellent Cardiology, Heart Failure, Cardio Thoracic Surgery and Neurosurgey Programs
24/7 Intensivist service
Integrated referral network
Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system
Why Physicians Choose Ascension
Physician-led, collaborative culture
Long-term practice stability
National network with local autonomy
Mission-centered care rooted in service
Qualifications
What minimum requirements you'll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.
Education:
Master's degree of Nursing required.
About Ascension
Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
