Neurosurgery PA: Advanced Clinical Leader

Northwestern Medicine; Palos Park (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join the Neurosurgery department. The role involves comprehensive patient assessments, direct clinical care, and collaboration with a physician team to optimize outcomes. Education and patient education are emphasized, with ongoing involvement in quality improvement.

The candidate will maintain licensure and credentials while delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced neurosurgical setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited nursing school or a PA program.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive health assessments and physical examinations.
• Provides direct clinical care to patients.
• Prescribes and orders medications, therapies, and diagnostic tests.
• Evaluates patients and determines further care needs.
• Delivers patient and family education.
• Maintains accurate documentation in medical records.
• Collaborates with other disciplines to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Collaboration with healthcare team

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing

Master’s degree from PA program

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to join the Neurosurgery department. The role involves comprehensive patient assessments, direct clinical care, and collaboration with a physician team to optimize outcomes. Education and patient education are emphasized, with ongoing involvement in quality improvement.

The candidate will maintain licensure and credentials while delivering high-quality care in a fast-paced neurosurgical setting.