Advanced Practice Provider, Nurse Practitioner, Physician Assistant - SICU

The University of Chicago Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago Medicine is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider for the Surgical Intensive Care Unit. This role involves providing comprehensive care, conducting assessments, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Candidates should possess advanced nursing qualifications or PA certifications, with a focus on critical care experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of critical care nursing experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain Illinois APN license by start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct primary health care to patients in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit.
• Collaborate with consulting physicians and the multidisciplinary health team.
• Manage patient care plans and conduct health assessments.

Skills

Clinical Competency

Leadership

Teaching Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Advanced Degree from an Accredited Nursing Program

Current RN License

AANC Certification as an ACNP and/or ANP-BC

Completion of an Accredited PA Program

Certification by NCCPA

Job description

Job Description

Join the University of Chicago Medicine as an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit.

In this role, you will provide direct primary health care to patients, collaborating with consulting physicians and the multidisciplinary health team according to privileges approved by the credentials committee. Responsibilities include identifying, managing, and/or referring health problems; conducting health assessments; developing patient care plans; taking patient histories; performing physical exams; recording data; screening patients for hospital admission; writing progress notes; preparing patient workups; obtaining psychosocial histories; developing therapeutic relationships; ordering diagnostic tests; explaining procedures; evaluating care outcomes; participating in practice arrangements; making patient care decisions; prescribing medications; delegating tasks; collaborating with families and community resources; pursuing professional development; participating in quality assurance; and potentially engaging in health education and research activities. You may also serve as a resource for clinical skills and participate in teaching students and residents. Practice privileges are detailed in each APN's Delineation of Privileges.

Competencies include:

• Demonstrated clinical competency, leadership, and teaching skills
• Ability to conduct physical exams and health assessments
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency with computers preferred

Nurse Practitioner Role:

The Nurse Practitioner manages a caseload of patients, exercises autonomous decision-making, and provides comprehensive care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, family support, education, consultation, and research within the Medical Intensive Care Unit.

Education and Experience Requirements for Nurse Practitioners:

• Advanced degree from an accredited nursing program
• Ability to obtain Illinois APN license by start date
• Current RN license
• AANC certification as an ACNP and/or ANP-BC
• Minimum two years of critical care nursing experience preferred

Physician Assistant Role:

The Physician Assistant provides healthcare services under supervision, including taking histories, conducting exams, diagnosing, ordering tests, assisting in surgeries, and exercising medical decision-making autonomy.

Education and Experience Requirements for Physician Assistants:

• Completion of an accredited PA program
• Certification by NCCPA and ACLS certification
• Current Illinois licensure/registration
• ICU certification required; ICU experience preferred

Position Details:

• Job Type: Full Time (1.0 FTE)
• Shift: Rotating
• Unit/Department: Surgical Intensive Care Unit
• CBA Code: Non-Union