Advanced Practice Provider - Gynecologic Oncology (Inpatient) - Chicago

Location: Chicago, Illinois


Hospital: Rush University Medical Center


Department: OB GYN Oncology - Of


Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)

Gynecologic Oncology (Inpatient) Advanced Practice Provider


Rush University Medical Center


Chicago, IL


Rush University System for Health, a national leader in outstanding patient care, education, research, community partnerships and empowering a new generation of health care providers, invites applications for the position of inpatient Gynecologic Oncology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) ,with RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center at Rush University Medical Center and its affiliate sites. This inpatient role will support OR activity, post-operative patient care, inpatient chemotherapy, inpatient rounding and quality initiatives for Gynecologic Oncology patients.

Rush University System for Health and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have partnered to create RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center. The partnership represents advanced clinical and operational integration in the delivery of cancer care, providing Rush patients greater access to cancer treatments and research considered among the best in the world.


At RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center, our expert team is trained to treat complex gynecologic cancers - including cervical cancer, ovarian cancer, uterine and endometrial cancer, vaginal cancer and vulvar cancer - using some of the latest and personalized treatment options. A patient's care may include surgery, chemotherapy, radiation, targeted therapies or a combination of treatments. Our team of providers works closely together to provide expert, compassionate treatment focused on what matters most to patients.


Department/division specs

• Practice alongside six Gynecologic Oncologists and one fellow inpatient APP
• Collaborate with four Gynecologic Oncology APPs working in the outpatient setting
• Collaborate with residents from the Department of OB/GYN
• Rush is ranked #29 by US News & World Report for Cancer care

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Four, 10-hour shifts/week, weekdays only
• 25 beds in the unit
• Report directly to the Gynecologic Oncology Lead APP
• 100% Inpatient

Preferred Qualifications:
• Applicants with previous Advanced Practice Provider experience in Oncology, Gynecology or surgical specialty is preferred, not required. Relevant RN experience may be considered.
• APRN Candidates will require Acute Care Certification.


Position Requirements:


Nurse Practitioner:

• Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process
• Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing practice with clinical specialty appropriate to position
• Current certification by American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioner (AANP)
• CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications

Physician Assistant:

• Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant/Associate or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process
• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate Program
• Current certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants

• CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will promote collaboration between multiple disciplines to ensure cost effective and quality patient care. The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with the policies, procedures, guidelines of Rush, including the Rush Medical Group Customer Service standards. Successful candidates will also meet all other state and federal regulatory practice and accreditation standards.


Rush has over 600 APPs across the enterprise that provide comprehensive patient care each day autonomously and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Across the system, the APPs are supported by 4 levels of leadership, including 39 Lead APPs, three chief CRNAs, and a Senior Director of Advanced Practice Providers. Rush's vision is to have every APP practicing at full scope and top of license. APPs at Rush are highly competent, well-respected members of the healthcare team that contribute to the excellent quality care that Rush patients receive each day.


Rush University System for Health is an academic health system integrating patient care, education, research, and community partnerships to improve health in diverse communities.


Rush includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University (2,500+ students across medical, nursing, and health sciences colleges), Rush Copley Medical Center, Rush Oak Park Hospital, and regional outpatient facilities.


Rush is recognized for clinical excellence, earning placement on U.S. News & World Report's Best Hospitals Honor Roll 2025-2026 (top 20 of 5,000+ hospitals evaluated). The system received Vizient's Quality Leadership Award, ranking within the top ten among 99 academic medical centers for the 13th consecutive year.


All three hospitals earned LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation, and Rush has been named a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion" for six consecutive years.


Rush is committed to health equity, particularly addressing the 16-year life expectancy gap between Chicago's Loop and West Side. As the largest West Side employer, Rush implements an Anchor Mission strategy through local hiring, investing, sourcing, and volunteering. The system has invested over $6 million on the West Side since 2018 while continuing to provide excellent patient care for all.


Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, specialty; relevant experience and training; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. Additional compensation may include premium pay rates, sign-on bonuses, and relocation allowances. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.


Pay Range: $124,610 - $175,000


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Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.