Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Emergency Medicine - Full-time, Nights

Northwestern Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant for its Emergency Medicine department. This role involves delivering comprehensive patient care, conducting health assessments, and working collaboratively with healthcare teams. You will have the opportunity to mentor graduate students and contribute to quality improvement projects. With a focus on patient advocacy and education, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking organization that values clinical expertise and professional development, ensuring that you thrive in your career while making a difference in the community.

Benefits

Shift stipends for nights and weekends

Qualifications

• Master's degree required; must hold current RN and APRN licenses in Illinois.
• Minimum of one year of Advanced Practice Provider experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct health assessments and provide direct clinical care to patients.
• Mentor graduate students and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical Expertise

Patient Care

Health Assessment

Medication Management

Patient Advocacy

Education

Master’s Degree in Nursing

Master’s Degree in Physician Assistant Program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Description

Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant to work in our Emergency Medicine department.

Schedule: 3x12s; all NIGHTs; rotating weekends and holidays

• Shift stipends offered for working nights and weekends

Essential Functions:

Demonstrates clinical expertise and expanded knowledge through patient care activities which may include diagnosis and management of a wide range of health problems. Responsible for health outcome of an assigned patient population. Confers with collaborating physician and other health professionals in area of clinical expertise. Develops appropriate educational systems for patients, families and staff in areas of expertise. Mentors graduate students in aspects of advanced practice and patient care. Actively participates in quality improvement and/or research pertinent to area of expertise.

Responsibilities:

Conducts comprehensive appraisals of patients' health status by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in clinical area. Provides direct clinical care to patients. Prescribes/orders medications, therapies; orders/interprets laboratory tests, x-rays and procedures according to clinical privileges. Evaluates patients to determine their need for further health care. Provides comprehensive teaching to patients and families. Documents in the medical record all care and education provided and/or procedures performed for which the Licensed Advanced Practice Provider is responsible. Refers to other disciplines as appropriate. Consultant to other disciplines in areas of expertise. Integrates research based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision making. Exemplifies a professional image in appearance, manner and presentation. Advocate for patients, families, coworkers, and the community. Maintains certifications and continuing education as required for licensure and privileging. Serves as a patient advocate and role model for 'Patients First'. Participates in unit/departmental/divisional or hospital committees/task forces as appropriate. Develops and participates in programs to meet continuing education needs of staff. Provides formal education to both internal and external groups pertinent to area of specialty. Participates in quality improvement and/or research initiatives for specific patient population as appropriate.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by a national certifying body as approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation APRN Board. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number OR Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program/Current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Illinois. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number
• Privileged and credentialed through the NMH Medical Staff Office (MSO)
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation – BLS, issued by the American Heart Association
• Minimum of one (1) year of APP experience
• No new grads

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.