APRN Nurse Practitioner (Obstetrics and Gynecology)

UI Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides comprehensive health care for assigned patients and contributes to teaching and scholarship within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria.

The role includes outpatient and inpatient duties, collaboration with physician faculty and residents, and involvement in educational activities for students.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice.
• Graduation from accredited APRN program.
• Current license as a Professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice.
• RN in the State of Illinois required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the care of patients within assigned area and/or area of expertise and within parameters of medical staff privileges.
• Obtain relevant patient health history. Study and interpret patient tests and records.
• Perform physical exam and record findings.
• Perform various diagnostic, preventive and/or therapeutic procedures and/or order special screenings and developmental or laboratory tests to diagnose conditions; interpret results.
• Prescribe/order appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and develop a treatment plan.
• Develop an educational plan for patient/family.
• Assist with scheduling of patients for upcoming procedures including coordinating with other services (division, departments) and completion of necessary documentation, scheduling forms and clearance.
• Order appropriate consultation/referral.
• Determine effectiveness of treatment plan with documentation of treatment provided and patient outcomes.
• Reassess and modify plan with patient/family and treatment team within the parameters of medical staff privileges.
• Participates in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical students, residents and other healthcare disciplines. By being involved in case conferences, serving as a preceptor and mentor, assisting with curriculum development and instruction.
• The Advanced Practice Nurse is required to have and maintain a faculty appointment in order to receive clinical privileges to practice at the University of Illinois Health System.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice

Graduation from accredited APRN program

Current license as a Professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice

Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois required

Job description

Hiring Department: UICOMP-OBGYN

Location: Peoria, IL USA

Salary: $105,000 to $130,000 per year

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is seeking an APRN to work inpatient and outpatient alongside our physician faculty and residents within the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. The position is ideal for individuals interested in clinical practice, teaching, including scholarship.

Our goal is to attract professionals who are dedicated to providing the best care to their patients, enriching the medical education experience of our enthusiastic residents and students, and pursuing scholarly interests toward the improvement of women’s health. We offer the perfect balance of patient care, teaching future physicians, scholarly pursuits, and enjoying the benefits of a flexible work/life program.

Learn more about how the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is helping to transform healthcare here: https://peoria.medicine.uic.edu/ .

The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria offers a competitive salary, generous paid leave, enrollment in the State University Retirement System pension, and occurrence-based malpractice coverage. Education and career growth is encouraged with stipends and paid time off for professional development.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides comprehensive health care for assigned patients/community as determined by scope of practice guidelines and specialty. This includes completion of a health assessment, determining diagnosis, planning and prescribing treatment within the parameters of medical staff privileges at the University of Illinois and area of expertise. The APRN participates in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical students, residents and other health care disciplines.

The APRN is required to have and maintain a faculty appointment in order to receive clinical privileges to practice at the University of Illinois.

This position will primarily focus on outpatient women's health care including obstetrics and gynecology, preconception counseling, early pregnancy education, and menopausal care. The APRN will work closely with physician faculty, residents, nursing staff, and an interdisciplinary healthcare team while contributing to the educational mission of UICOMP.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the care of patients within assigned area and/or area of expertise and within parameters of medical staff privileges.
• Obtain relevant patient health history. Study and interpret patient tests and records.
• Perform physical exam and record findings.
• Perform various diagnostic, preventive and/or therapeutic procedures and/or order special screenings and developmental or laboratory tests to diagnose conditions; interpret results.
• Prescribe/order appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and develop a treatment plan.
• Develop an educational plan for patient/family.
• Assist with scheduling of patients for upcoming procedures including coordinating with other services (division, departments) and completion of necessary documentation, scheduling forms and clearance.
• Order appropriate consultation/referral.
• Determine effectiveness of treatment plan with documentation of treatment provided and patient outcomes.
• Reassess and modify plan with patient/family and treatment team within the parameters of medical staff privileges.
• Participates in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical students, residents and other healthcare disciplines. By being involved in case conferences, serving as a preceptor and mentor, assisting with curriculum development and instruction.
• The Advanced Practice Nurse is required to have and maintain a faculty appointment in order to receive clinical privileges to practice at the University of Illinois Health System.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice required.
• Graduation from accredited APRN program.
• Current license as a Professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice.
• Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in women’s health, gynecology, or menopause management
• Experience in outpatient practice
• Demonstrated interest in teaching

We are located in Peoria, Illinois – a central Illinois city with all the urban amenities, minus the traffic. Peoria boasts the largest park district in Illinois with dozens of miles of walking/biking paths, an airport with 11 direct destinations, a vibrant music and arts scene, minor league sports, and a low cost of living. The Peoria metro area is home to 375,000 people and just two hours from Chicago and St. Louis.

The budgeted salary range for the position is $105,000 to $130,000 per year.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.