Interventional Cardiology Nurse Practitioner - Rockford, IL $100,000 - $150,000
Listed compensation
$100k-$150k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Mercyhealth has an exciting full‑time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant opportunity to join our excellent Interventional Cardiology team in Rockford, Illinois.
Opportunity
Join an excellent team of non-invasive, interventional, EP cardiologists, cardiothoracic & vascular surgeons, APPs, and strong RN and support staff
Strategic partnership with the provider liaisons & an outstanding referral system with primary care
EPIC EMR
- Vast multi-specialty referral sources
- 501c3 non-for-profit
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited NP/PA program
- Hold an active state APRN/PA license
- Skilled at providing exceptional care
- The ability to communicate clearly and work as a member of a team
Compensation and Benefits
- Highly competitive compensation: $100,000 - $150,000
- Sign-on bonus!
- CME, licensure, membership, and medical association dues reimbursed
Malpractice and Tail Insurance Provided
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, etc.
- Day-one 403(b) matching retirement program
- Short- and long-term disability
- Paid parental and caregiver leave
About Mercyhealth
Regional health system with 7 hospitals, 100+ primary and specialty care centers in more than 90 communities throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.
Over 950+ partnered providers and 8,250+ professionals dedicated to compassionate, quality care.
With over 125 specialty and sub-specialty services, including adult critical care, neonatal intensive care, neurosurgery, heart and vascular care together with WATCHMAN and TAVR, a cancer institute, plastic and reconstructive surgery, robotic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and much more!
About the Community
Rockford, the third-largest city in Illinois, has long been an industrial hub with a rich history rooted in manufacturing and innovation. Established in 1834, Rockford is known for its role in the furniture-making industry during the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Over time, the city has transformed into a vibrant, modern community with a strong cultural scene, thriving arts, and a variety of outdoor activities.
Rockford is home to beautiful parks like the Anderson Japanese Gardens, one of the most authentic Japanese gardens outside of Japan, and the Rock River provides opportunities for boating and fishing. The city also hosts numerous events, including the Rockford IceHogs hockey games and the Illinois Raptor Center.
With its historical significance and diverse amenities, Rockford is a great destination for both history buffs and adventure seekers.
- Cost of living: Rockford has a low cost of living with affordable housing and utility rates.
- Known for: The Rock River, the Anderson Japanese Gardens, and the city’s rich history in manufacturing
History: Rockford, founded in 1834, has a history rooted in industrial and manufacturing growth, becoming known as the “City of Gardens.”
Learn More
- Anderson Japanese Gardens
- Rockford History Tour
- Rockford: The City of Gardens
- Exploring Rockford's Manufacturing Heritage
- Rock River Adventures
- Makenzie Olsen, BSHA, CPCS®
- Provider Recruiter
- Mercyhealth
- 815-971-2920 molsen@mhemail.org
Pay Range
$85,280.00 - $144,976.00
Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
- Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Disability Insurance
- FSA/HSA Options
- Generous, accruing paid time off
- Paid Parental and caregiver leave
- Career advancement and educational opportunities
- Tuition and certification reimbursement
- Certification Reimbursement
- Well-being Programs
- Employee Discounts
- On-Demand Pay
- Financial Education
- Annual recognition/awards events
- Partner appreciation days
- Family entertainment/attractions discount
Community Service/improvement Opportunities
Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.
At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.
Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:
#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
- One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
- A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women
Key Responsibilities
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will join an interventional cardiology team to provide high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include collaborating with cardiologists, surgeons, and support staff within a multi-specialty referral system.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Cardiology — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$125k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $125k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 50 active Cardiology listings this role was benchmarked against, 26% are remote, 64% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.1 / 10 · above average in cardiology (np) | ranked against 405 Cardiology (NP) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $100k–$150k | Cardiology NP median $133k (middle half $125k–$192k)15 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$125k in purchasing power | Illinois index 100.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Cardiology NP listings in Illinois | 17 active | 411 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 26% remote · 64% no call · 64% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Illinois nurse practitioner listings (all specialties): 23% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 18% offer loan repayment478 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cardiology NP hiring demand | #13 of 19 specialties | postings stay open a median 35 daysWeekdayDoc Hiring Index, October 2026 · 137 postings, 208 closed |
| New Cardiology NP listings | 153 in the last 30 days | 125 the 30 days before (+22%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Interventional Cardiology Nurse Practitioner - Rockford, IL $100,000 - $150,000 at Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Cardiology (NP) — ranked against 405 active Cardiology (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.
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