Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - General Cardiology and Advanced Heart Fa[...]

Northwestern Memorial Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join their cardiology team. In this part-time role, you will provide vital care to patients with advanced heart failure and general cardiology needs. Your expertise will be instrumental in conducting health assessments, prescribing treatments, and educating patients and families. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will enhance patient outcomes and support a culture of excellence in care. This position offers flexibility and the opportunity to work within a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for patients with complex conditions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing or PA program required.
• Acute care certification and Illinois RN license needed.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and provide direct patient care.
• Prescribe medications and document care in medical records.
• Participate in quality improvement and research initiatives.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Assessment

Medication Management

Patient Education

Advocacy

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - General Cardiology and Advanced Heart Failure, Part-time (30-hrs/week), Days

Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant to work in our inpatient general cardiology and heart failure department. The APP will provide primary service to patients experiencing complex, advanced Heart Failure care, VADs, and General Cardiology. The Galter 10 is a service of 17 APPs covering 48 beds. The APP will support 4 Cardiology services, with rotating attendings each week. APPs can expect an average load of 6-7 patients a day.

Schedule: 3x10s, Saturday and Sunday, with flexibility to work Monday or Friday.

Essential Functions

Demonstrates clinical expertise and expanded knowledge through patient care activities which may include diagnosis and management of a wide range of health problems. Responsible for health outcome of an assigned patient population. Confers with collaborating physician and other health professionals in area of clinical expertise. Develops appropriate educational systems for patients, families and staff in areas of expertise. Mentors graduate students in aspects of advanced practice and patient care. Actively participates in quality improvement and/or research pertinent to area of expertise.

Responsibilities

1. Conducts comprehensive appraisals of patients' health status by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in clinical area.
2. Provides direct clinical care to patients.
3. Prescribes/orders medications, therapies; orders/interprets laboratory tests, x-rays and procedures according to clinical privileges.
4. Evaluates patients to determine their need for further health care.
5. Provides comprehensive teaching to patients and families.
6. Documents in the medical record all care and education provided and/or procedures performed for which the Licensed Advanced Practice Provider is responsible.
7. Refers to other disciplines as appropriate.
8. Consultant to other disciplines in areas of expertise.
9. Integrates research based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision making.
10. Exemplifies a professional image in appearance, manner and presentation.
11. Advocate for patients, families, coworkers, and the community.
12. Maintains certifications and continuing education as required for licensure and privileging.
13. Serves as a patient advocate and role model for "Patients First".
14. Participates in unit/departmental/divisional or hospital committees/task forces as appropriate.
15. Provides comprehensive teaching strategies for patients and their families.
16. Develops and participates in programs to meet continuing education needs of staff.
17. Serves as a role model and preceptor to students.
18. Provides formal education to both internal and external groups pertinent to area of specialty.
19. Participates in quality improvement and/or research initiatives for specific patient population as appropriate.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Acute care certification required for APRNs.
• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by a national certifying body as approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation APRN Board. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number OR Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program/Current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Illinois. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number.
• Privileged and credentialed through the NMH Medical Staff Office (MSO).
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation – BLS, issued by the American Heart Association.
• Cardiology experience required.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.