Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant-Palliative Medicine, Full-time, Days

Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for their Palliative Medicine Department. This full-time role involves both ambulatory and inpatient care, with responsibilities including patient assessments, direct clinical care, and collaboration with healthcare teams. Ideal candidates will have a master's degree in nursing or a PA program, along with acute care certification and relevant licenses. Join a supportive environment that values quality improvement and patient advocacy.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing or PA program required.
• Acute care certification for APRNs needed.

Responsibilities

• Conducts health assessments and provides direct clinical care.
• Orders and interprets lab tests and procedures.
• Documents all care and procedures.

Skills

Clinical Expertise

Patient Care

Collaboration

Education

Education

Master’s degree in nursing

Physician Assistant Program

Job description

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant-Palliative Medicine, Full-time, Days

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Description

Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant to work in our Palliative Medicine Department. This position involves a mix of ambulatory and inpatient care, including inpatient rounding with some call responsibilities.

Schedule: Monday - Friday (open to 9/10-hour days with fewer days per week, except during call weeks)

Call: Monday - Sunday; every 6-7 weeks, with two days off following call week

Locations: Grayslake, Lake Forest, Glenview (rotation between sites)

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates clinical expertise through patient care activities, including diagnosis and management of health problems.
• Responsible for health outcomes of an assigned patient population.
• Collaborates with physicians and other health professionals.
• Develops educational systems for patients, families, and staff.
• Mentors graduate students in advanced practice and patient care.
• Participates in quality improvement and research activities.

Responsibilities

• Conducts health assessments, histories, and physical exams.
• Provides direct clinical care and prescribes medications and therapies.
• Orders and interprets lab tests, x-rays, and procedures.
• Evaluates patient needs for further care.
• Provides education to patients and families.
• Documents all care and procedures.
• Refers to other disciplines and consults as needed.
• Integrates research and clinical expertise in decision-making.
• Maintains professionalism and advocates for patients and families.
• Maintains certifications and continuing education.
• Serves as a role model and preceptor.
• Participates in quality improvement and research initiatives.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree in nursing or Physician Assistant Program from an accredited school.
• Acute care certification for APRNs.
• Current Illinois RN license and APRN license, or Physician Assistant license.
• Credentialed through Northwestern Medicine MSO.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Preferred:

• Minimum 2 years of ambulatory or inpatient experience.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.