Emergency Medicine – Advanced Practice Provider (Part-Time)

Rush University System for Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 62,305 - 87,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement programs

Job summary

Rush University System for Health is seeking an Emergency Medicine Advanced Practice Provider to join its team in Chicago. The role involves performing various medical procedures, working on a rotating shift schedule, and promoting collaboration among disciplines for quality patient care.

Successful candidates will hold either a Master's or Doctorate in Nursing, have BLS and ACLS certifications, and must possess a valid Illinois nursing license or be eligible to become licensed.

The position offers a competitive salary range from $62,305 - $87,500 and includes comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform History and Physical service and Patient Care Orders.
• Knowledge of trends in technologies and techniques in emergency medicine.
• Experience as an Advanced Practice Provider is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Function on a rotating shift schedule including nights and weekends.
• Execute various medical procedures including fracture reduction and laceration repair.
• Promote collaboration between multiple disciplines for patient care.

Skills

Autonomy

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Strong work ethic

Education

Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice

Current licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois

Current certification by ANCC or AANP

Tools

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Job description

Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized clinical and academic institution and the teaching hospital for Rush Medical and Nursing Colleges, located in downtown Chicago, invites applications for the position of Emergency Medicine Advanced Practice Provider.

About the Department

44 attending physicians, 36 residents, 4 fellows, and 10 Advanced Practice Providers. Provides care for patients of all ages.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Function on a rotating shift schedule including nights and weekends.
• Perform History and Physical service, Patient Care Orders, Block – Local and Regional, Injection/Aspiration of Bursa or Joint, Trephination.
• Prescribe Controlled Substances (Schedule II, III, IV, or V: DEA and IL controlled substance license required).
• Execute Closed Reduction of Fracture or Dislocation, Fracture/Dislocation Immobilization, Laceration Repair, Incision and Drainage, Slip Lamp/Tonometry, and Dental Procedures.
• Demonstrate competency in all areas of APRN or PA practice including medical knowledge, interpersonal and communication skills, patient care, professionalism, practice‑based learning and improvement, and systems‑based practice.
• Knowledge of current and emerging trends in technologies, techniques, issues, and approaches in area of expertise.
• Strong work ethic, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively with collaborating physician, department, and other members of the healthcare team in an effective and comprehensive manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Advanced Practice Provider experience in Emergency Medicine preferred. Relevant RN experience may be considered.

Nurse Practitioner

• Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process.
• Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice with clinical specialty appropriate to position.
• Current certification by American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioner (AANP).
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Physician Assistant

• Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant/Associate or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process.
• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate Program.
• Current certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Additional Responsibilities

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will promote collaboration between multiple disciplines to ensure cost‑effective and quality patient care. The individual holding this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision, and values and act in accordance with Rush policies, procedures, guidelines, and the Rush Medical Group Customer Service standards. Successful candidates will also meet all other state and federal regulatory practice and accreditation standards.

Compensation

Pay Range: $62,305 - $87,500.

Benefits include base pay, health, dental, vision, retirement, and other incentive programs. For more information, see our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Equal Employment Opportunity

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.