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Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant - Advanced Heart Failure

UW Health·Madison, Wisconsin

$111,972 - $156,760/yr·Full Time·Hybrid·2-5 yrs·
Posted 5 days ago
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About the role

Provide high-quality care for advanced heart failure and transplant patients across both inpatient and ambulatory settings. Responsibilities include participating in multidisciplinary rounds, formulating care plans, and contributing to program development and quality improvement.

Work Schedule

  • 100%, day shift working variable workday schedule, likely 7:00 am – 5:00 pm but could be scheduled in 8-, 10- or 12-hour shifts based on department needs.
  • This will include a 1:4 weekend rotation and holiday rotation. Future state to include a nocturnal rotation with programmatic growth. Inpatient service and ambulatory clinic setting with a rotating schedule including both inpatient and outpatient Advanced Heart Failure and cross-coverage for inpatient transplant and VAD. You will work at University Hospital in Madison, WI. Other clinic location to be determined.

Be part of something remarkable

As an Advanced Practice Provider, you'll play an integral role in our inpatient and ambulatory care teams by providing high-quality, cost-effective care to patients.

We are seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to

Be an active member of the inpatient team by participating in daily rounds and collaborating with other professionals to formulate plans of care.

Participate in multidisciplinary weekly rounds to make decisions for patients needing advanced care options or palliative care support.

Participate in program development and quality improvement activities.

Perform independent clinic visits for advanced heart failure and transplant patients.

At UW Health, you will have

An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.

Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.

Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.

Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions.

Education

  • Minimum –
  • If
  • Nurse
  • Practitioner: Master’s or Doctorate’s degree from accredited Nursing Program.
  • If
  • Physician
  • Assistant: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from accredited PA Program.

Licenses and Certifications

• Minimum – State of Wisconsin NP or PA licensure

If Nurse Practitioner*

  • Active RN and APRN certifications and licenses, including prescriptive authority, in state(s) of practice AND
  • Active board certification as a NP in area of clinical practice. Adult; Adult/Gerontology Primary Care, Adult/Gerontology Acute Care.

If Physician Assistant*

  • Active PA license, including prescriptive authority, in state(s) of practice AND
  • Active PA board certification

All Nurse Practitioner and Physician Assistant applicants must have*

• Active DEA license or ability to apply for such license prior to or upon hire.

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

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UW Medical Foundation benefits [https://www.uwhealth.org/files/uwhealth/careers-assets/benefits/HR-110715-17-Benefits-Flier-for-UWMF-Employees.pdf]

Requirements

Requires a Master's or Doctorate for NPs or a Bachelor's or Master's for PAs from an accredited program. Must hold active Wisconsin licensure, board certification in the clinical area of practice, and a DEA license.

  • bachelor degree
  • postgraduate degree
  • Quality Improvement
  • Clinical Collaboration
  • Inpatient Care
  • Patient Care Planning
  • Palliative Care
  • Multidisciplinary Rounds
  • Transplant Care
  • Ambulatory Care
  • VAD Management
  • Advanced Heart Failure Care

Benefits

  • Referral bonus
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Retirement plans
  • Paid time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Tuition benefits
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee wellbeing resources

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
Hybrid
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$111,972 - $156,760/yr
Location
Madison, Wisconsin
Posted
Jul 23, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

UW Health

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Salary listed on 441 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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Advanced-practice roles in Wisconsin are typically in demand across primary care, specialty care, and hospital settings, especially where employers need licensed NPs and PAs who can step in quickly. These roles are competitive because employers often look for an accredited graduate degree, active Wisconsin licensure, board certification, and a DEA license; benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, paid parental leave, and dental coverage can also factor into decisions. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your credential status and certification area before applying.

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