Neurosurgery NP/PA: Patient-Focused Clinician

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Palos Park (IL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine Neurosurgery seeks a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join the team in a full-time, day shift capacity. The role emphasizes comprehensive patient assessments, direct clinical care, and education for patients and families within a busy neurosurgery setting.

The position requires a master’s degree in nursing or PA, appropriate state licensure, and APRN/PA certification. Opportunities for teaching and involvement in quality initiatives are available.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing or Physician Assistant program.
• Active Illinois RN license and APRN license (as applicable).
• Certification as APRN or PA per Illinois requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive health assessments and physical exams.
• Provide direct clinical care and manage patient health needs.
• Prescribe medications and order tests per privileges.
• Educate patients and families.
• Contribute to quality improvement and research.

Skills

Clinical care

Prescribing medications

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in nursing (NP) or Physician Assistant

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Northwestern Medicine Neurosurgery seeks a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join the team in a full-time, day shift capacity. The role emphasizes comprehensive patient assessments, direct clinical care, and education for patients and families within a busy neurosurgery setting.

The position requires a master’s degree in nursing or PA, appropriate state licensure, and APRN/PA certification. Opportunities for teaching and involvement in quality initiatives are available.