Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, APP, Neurosurgery, Chicago - Full Time

125 Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 114,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan with employer match

Educational assistance

Job summary

Advocate Health in Chicago is seeking a PA-C or NP to join the neurosurgery/neurovascular team. The role includes inpatient consults, daily rounds, and care coordination for pre- and post-operative patients, with one clinic day weekly.

Onboarding occurs at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital for advanced neurovascular training. Competitive pay range is provided and benefits are included.

Qualifications

• PA-C or NP with valid DEA and BLS certification.
• For Nurse Practitioner candidates, both Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) certification and RNFA certification are required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inpatient consults for the general and neurovascular services and respond to hyperacute strokes.
• Perform daily rounds, progress notes, and patient assessments.
• Prepare patients for neurosurgical and neurointerventional procedures (pre- and post-op).
• Manage ER and hospital consults; one clinic day per week.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary general and neurovascular teams.

Education

PA-C or NP (ANCC/AANP)

DEA

BLS

Job description

Key Details

Department: 02405 AMG Chicago N Halsted - Surgery: Neurosurgery Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule & Growth Will start out on a Monday-Friday, daytime hours schedule Schedule will then transition into an evening, night and weekend rounding schedule every 3rd weekend. Monday-Friday, overnight primary call (scheduled rotation) Initial onboarding at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital for high-volume advanced neurovascular training. Pay Range: $54.90 - $82.35

What You’ll Do

Respond to inpatient consults for the general and neurovascular services and respond to hyperacute strokes. Perform daily rounds, progress notes, and patient assessments. Prepare patients for neurosurgical and neurointerventional procedures (pre- and post-op). Manage ER and hospital consults; one clinic day per week. Collaborate with multidisciplinary general and neurovascular teams.

Major Responsibilities

Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute, critical, and chronic neurological conditions in an inpatient setting. Obtain histories, perform physical exams, and develop differential diagnoses. Prescribe medications, therapies, and treatments as appropriate. Interpret diagnostic studies and collaborate with physicians on treatment plans. Provide patient education on disease management, preventive health, and recovery. Coordinate care across multiple services, including pre‑op planning and discharge. Document care plans and maintain records per established standards. Offer clinical guidance to nursing staff and ensure continuity of care.

Qualifications

PA-C or NP (ANCC/AANP), DEA, BLS (may obtain within 6 months). For Nurse Practitioner candidates, both Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) certification and Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) certification are required.

Experience

New grads welcome; neuro experience preferred.

Physical & Working Conditions

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the day. Exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards; PPE required. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and assist with patient transfers. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well‑being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patient exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world‑class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading‑edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care