Cardiology Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Illinois
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner jobs in Illinois represent one of the most active advanced practice markets in the Midwest, with demand concentrated in hospital-based cardiology programs, outpatient heart failure clinics, and integrated health systems serving both urban and rural populations at every level from new graduate to seasoned lead practitioner. Chicago anchors the bulk of hiring, with additional volume in Peoria and Springfield, where systems like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and the University of Chicago Medicine maintain long-established cardiology programs. The most consistently sought specialties include heart failure management, interventional cardiology support, and electrophysiology. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants is recruiting a General Cardiology Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner in Springfield, IL. Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants works in partnership with Hospital Sisters Health System.
Position Requirements
Unrestrictive Illinois license prior to start
Board Certified or Board Eligibility
Experience in Cardiology is preferred
Position Details
Monday - Friday weekly schedule
Rotating call
EPIC EMR
Compensation & Benefits Package
Base guarantee
Paid time off with holidays accrued bi-weekly
CME reimbursement + days available per fiscal year
Opportunities to earn productivity and patient outcome/patient satisfaction bonuses
Sign-on bonus bonus and relocation assistance both available.
Core Function: Provider
Education Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Nursing is required.
- Doctoral degree in Nursing is preferred.
- Experience in management of patients across the care continuum preferred.
- Licensed in the state of practice as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse is required.
- Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (WDSPS) or
- Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
- Board certification from the National Certification Corporation is preferred.
- Controlled Substance license in state of practice is preferred.
- Federal DEA license is preferred.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is preferred.
Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.
Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a healthcare system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.
Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.
HSHS requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues.
HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.
- Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
- Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
- Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period
- Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
- Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!
A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.
Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process
Hospital Sisters may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence or machine-learning technologies, to assist with certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process. These tools may help our recruiting team organize applications, search for resumes, identify qualifications reflected in application materials, and facilitate communications or scheduling with applicants.
Information used by these tools may include materials you provide during the application process, such as your resume, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions.
These tools are used only to support our recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by HSHS personnel, and automated tools do not make employment decisions on behalf of HSHS.
Applicants who have questions about this notice or who require a reasonable accommodation or alternative evaluation method may contact HSHS Human Resources at Contact@hshs.org
If you have additional questions, contact recruiter at:
Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants is recruiting a General Cardiology Physician Assistant/Nurse Practitioner in Springfield, IL. Prairie Cardiovascular Consultants works in partnership with Hospital Sisters Health System.
Position Requirements
Unrestrictive Illinois license prior to start
Board Certified or Board Eligibility
Experience in Cardiology is preferred
Position Details
Monday - Friday weekly schedule
Rotating call
EPIC EMR
Compensation & Benefits Package
Base guarantee
Paid time off with holidays accrued bi-weekly
CME reimbursement + days available per fiscal year
Opportunities to earn productivity and patient outcome/patient satisfaction bonuses
Sign-on bonus bonus and relocation assistance both available.
Core Function: Provider
Education Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Nursing is required.
- Doctoral degree in Nursing is preferred.
- Experience in management of patients across the care continuum preferred.
- Licensed in the state of practice as Advanced Practice Registered Nurse is required.
- Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (WDSPS) or
- Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
- Board certification from the National Certification Corporation is preferred.
- Controlled Substance license in state of practice is preferred.
- Federal DEA license is preferred.
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification is preferred.
Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.
Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a healthcare system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.
Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.
HSHS requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues.
HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.
- Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
- Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
- Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period
- Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
- Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!
A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.
Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process
Hospital Sisters may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence or machine-learning technologies, to assist with certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process. These tools may help our recruiting team organize applications, search for resumes, identify qualifications reflected in application materials, and facilitate communications or scheduling with applicants.
Information used by these tools may include materials you provide during the application process, such as your resume, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions.
These tools are used only to support our recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by HSHS personnel, and automated tools do not make employment decisions on behalf of HSHS.
Applicants who have questions about this notice or who require a reasonable accommodation or alternative evaluation method may contact HSHS Human Resources at Contact@hshs.org
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What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cardiology nurse practitioner jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license with cardiology or acute care certification
- Board certification as a Family, Adult-Gerontology, or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- Minimum master's degree in nursing, with doctorate preferred for senior clinical positions
- Experience performing cardiovascular assessments, EKG interpretation, and cardiac medication management
- Collaborative practice agreement with a licensed Illinois physician where required by scope
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required prior to independent patient care duties
Cardiology Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a cardiology nurse practitioner in Illinois?
To practice as a cardiology nurse practitioner in Illinois, you must hold an active Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. That requires completing an accredited graduate nursing program at the master's or doctoral level and passing a national board certification exam such as the ANCC or AANP. Illinois also requires a written collaborative agreement with a physician, making early employer relationships particularly important for new practitioners entering cardiology.
How much do cardiology nurse practitioners make in Illinois?
Cardiology nurse practitioners in Illinois earn a median of about $130,680 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $102,440 for the lowest 10% to over $161,470 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire cardiology nurse practitioners in Illinois?
Employers hiring cardiology nurse practitioners in Illinois right now include Advocate Aurora Health, Endeavor Health, and Memorial Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's large integrated health systems, particularly those with dedicated heart and vascular institutes, tend to post the most consistent volume of cardiology-specific advanced practice openings throughout the year.
Which Illinois cities have the most cardiology nurse practitioner jobs?
Chicago, Oak Lawn, and Decatur are the Illinois cities with the most cardiology nurse practitioner openings right now. Chicago dominates because of its density of academic medical centers, large cardiology group practices, and flagship heart programs at systems like Northwestern Medicine and Advocate, while cities like Peoria and Springfield reflect strong regional health system anchors that recruit cardiology advanced practice providers to serve surrounding downstate communities.
Are there remote cardiology nurse practitioner jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. Cardiology nurse practitioner work is largely hands-on, requiring physical assessment, in-person procedures, and direct patient management that cannot move off-site. About 67% of cardiology nurse practitioner openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and most of those involve telehealth follow-up for established heart failure or post-procedural patients rather than full-scope independent practice.
How can I get hired as a cardiology nurse practitioner in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate or transitional advanced practice programs at large Illinois health systems such as Northwestern Medicine and Advocate Health Care, both of which have structured onboarding for early-career nurse practitioners. Candidates coming from registered nurse roles in cardiovascular ICUs, cardiac step-down units, or cath lab settings have the strongest lateral footing. Holding an acute care or adult-gerontology certification and completing any available cardiology clinical rotations during your graduate program gives a meaningful edge in a competitive Illinois market.
Where can I find and apply to cardiology nurse practitioner jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to cardiology nurse practitioner jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state right now. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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