Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant Interventional Pulmonology Kenosha

About the role

Shape the Future of Advanced Pulmonary Care
Aurora Medical Center Kenosha/Mount Pleasant is seeking a highly motivated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our growing Interventional Pulmonology Program. This is a rare opportunity to become part of a dynamic and innovative team dedicated to advancing the diagnosis and treatment of complex pulmonary diseases.

Responsibilities

• Partner in the continued growth and development of Interventional Pulmonology services at Aurora Medical Center Kenosha/Mount Pleasant.
• Assist with and support a variety of pulmonary procedures, including thoracentesis, chest tube management, pleural disease interventions, and other advanced pulmonary procedures.
• Evaluate patients before and after procedures, coordinating laboratory testing, imaging studies, and treatment plans.
• Perform comprehensive assessments, formulate management plans, and provide longitudinal pulmonary care.
• Manage patients independently while collaborating closely with physicians and multidisciplinary specialists.
• Care for patients across outpatient and hospital settings to ensure seamless patient experiences.
• Conduct daily inpatient rounds and follow hospitalized pulmonary patients.
• Evaluate and manage pulmonary consults from inpatient units and the Emergency Department.
• Collaborate with hospitalists, intensivists, surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, and primary care providers to optimize patient outcomes.
• Facilitate smooth care transitions and comprehensive discharge planning.
• Serve as a key member of a growing multidisciplinary Lung Nodule Program.
• Evaluate and manage patients with incidental and screening-detected pulmonary nodules.
• Coordinate timely diagnostic workups, imaging surveillance, specialty referrals, and procedural interventions.
• Participate in multidisciplinary lung nodule conferences and thoracic oncology tumor boards.
• Guide patients through complex diagnostic and treatment pathways while providing education and support.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program.
• Master's or doctoral degree required.
• Preferred but not required prior experience in Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care, Interventional Pulmonology, Thoracic Surgery, or related specialty.
• Demonstrated commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication skills, and ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.
• Current Wisconsin Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license (or eligibility for licensure).
• Current BLS and ACLS certification.
• Active DEA registration.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program. Master's or doctoral degree required.
• Experience: Prior experience in Pulmonary Medicine, Critical Care, Interventional Pulmonology, Thoracic Surgery, or related specialty preferred but not required.
• Licensure & Certification: Current Wisconsin Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant license (or eligibility for licensure), current BLS and ACLS certification, active DEA registration.

Skills

• Procedural skills in thoracentesis, chest tube management, pleural disease interventions, and other advanced pulmonary procedures.
• Strong clinical judgment and excellent communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Comprehensive patient assessment and management skills.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program