Advanced Practice Provider - Inpatient/Hospital-Based

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME – $3,000 and 40 CME hours

Malpractice coverage

Retirement options with company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Wellness program

Job summary

NorthShore University HealthSystem is seeking a licensed Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our inpatient program at Swedish Hospital and Evanston Hospital in Chicago. The role covers direct inpatient care with a collaborative physician team and dedicated discharge planning.

The position features a Monday–Friday daytime schedule with occasional evenings and six on-call weekends per year.

Qualifications

• Inpatient experience of 3+ years strongly preferred.
• Patient load of 8+ patients per day, including multiple daily admissions/new assessments.

Responsibilities

• Primary Inpatient Role: serve as the primary clinician responsible for direct care of inpatient admissions.
• Clinical Evaluation & Management: conduct chart reviews, initial evaluations, and ongoing medication management.
• Physician Collaboration: regularly consult with collaborating physicians on complex cases.
• Team Communication: provide routine patient updates to unit staff during staffings and conduct collateral calls.
• Patient & Family Engagement: lead family meetings and oversee discharge planning.

Skills

Inpatient experience

Team collaboration

Education

Illinois APRN or PA licensure (or pending)

Tools

Active DEA registration

Buprenorphine prescribing eligibility

Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$61.54 - $81.73 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

Position: Advance Practice Provider - Inpatient

Location: Swedish Hospital and Evanston Hospital

Full Time Schedule: Monday thru Friday 9am - 5pm with occasional evening coverage

On Call: 6 weekends a year

We are seeking a licensedAdvanced Practice Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our inpatient program at Swedish Hospital and Evanston Hospital

Responsibilities

• Primary Inpatient Role: Serve as the primary clinician responsible for direct care of inpatient admissions.
• Clinical Evaluation & Management: Conduct chart reviews, initial clinical evaluations, and ongoing medication management.
• Physician Collaboration: Consult and discuss complex cases regularly with collaborating physicians.
• Team Communication: Provide routine patient updates to unit staff during clinical staffings and conduct collateral calls.
• Patient & Family Engagement: Lead family meetings and oversee the complete discharge planning process

Qualifications

• Inpatient Experience: 3+ years of inpatient clinical experience strongly preferred.
• Patient Volume: 8+ patients per day, including multiple daily admissions/new assessments.

• Current Illinois APRN or PA licensure or pending
• Active DEA registration with Schedule III prescribing authority
• Eligible to prescribe buprenorphine for opioid use disorder
• Experience in psychiatry, addiction medicine, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), or behavioral health preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and commitment to evidence-based care
• Ability to work collaboratively under established protocols and Medical Director oversight

Benefits

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options coverage
• CME - $3,000 and 40 CME hours
• Malpractice Coverage
• Wellness Program Plan
• Health and Flexible Spending Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities
• Wellness Program Plan
• Compensation: