Critical Care, Advanced Practice Provider (PRN)

OSF HealthCare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 83,193 - 93,814; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Vacation and holiday time off

Well-being time

CME time and dollars

Health, life, dental, and retirement plans

Paid malpractice occurrence-based

Concierge relocation services

Student Loan repayment counseling

Job summary

OSF HealthCare in Peoria, Illinois is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) to manage the care of critically ill adult patients. The role involves working closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care, while also evaluating and treating acute conditions.

Candidates must be licensed in Illinois for advanced practice nursing or physician assistant services, hold BLS and ACLS certifications, and have at least 2 years of critical care experience. A comprehensive compensation package and generous benefits are offered, including paid time off and health plans.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed to provide advanced practice nursing or physician assistant services in Illinois.
• Must hold current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• 2+ years of critical care patient management experience required.

Responsibilities

• Manage care of critically ill adult patients.
• Evaluate and treat acute illnesses and injuries.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests and prescribe treatments.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Licensed Advanced Practice Nurse or Physician Assistant

Certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP)

Job description

Overview

• The Advanced Practice Provider (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant) demonstrates the knowledge and clinical expertise necessary to manage the care of critically ill adult patients.
• The APP functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary critical care team, working in close collaboration with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high‑quality, evidence‑based care.
• Responsibilities include evaluating and treating acute illnesses and injuries, ordering and interpreting diagnostic and laboratory tests, prescribing pharmacologic and non‑pharmacologic treatments, and performing invasive procedures in accordance with established protocols, policies, and evidence‑based practice standards.
• The APP participates in the assessment and management of new admissions to the critical care unit and provides expert education, consultation, and patient advocacy to ensure optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• Licensed to provide either advanced practice nursing services in the State of Illinois as issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act OR physician assistant services as issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation in accordance with the Illinois Physician Assistant Practice Act of 1987
• Licensed by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration and State of Illinois for prescribing of narcotics.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications
• Certification as an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP)
• 2+ years of critical care patient management experience
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, hospital environment while maintaining patient‑centered focus.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Total Rewards

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Benefits & Perks

OSF HealthCare offers a comprehensive Compensation and Total Rewards Package which includes:

• Generous paid time off!
• Vacation and holiday time off to get away and recharge.
• Well‑being time for self‑care, mission trips, or whatever makes you happy!
• Sick leave for you or to care for an ill‑family member.
• CME time and dollars
• Health, life, dental, and retirement plans
• Paid occurrence‑based malpractice.
• Concierge relocation services
• Student Loan repayment counseling
• Clinical base hourly pay range for this position: $60.39‑$68.10. This is an hourly position.
  • Range shown should be used as an estimate and can be impacted by many factors including but not limited to the critical need of the position, overall experience and qualifications, community need, and other considerations. Additional compensation components may be applicable such as bonuses or incentives which may or may not be based on metric achievement.