Nurse Practitioner: Pediatrics - Aurora

Graceworks Lutheran Services; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

403b

Tuition Reimbursement

Occurrence Based Medical Malpractice Coverage

Job summary

Graceworks Lutheran Services is hiring a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Aurora, Illinois. You'll assess clients, manage treatment plans, and ensure confidentiality while maintaining professionalism.

The role requires valid RN licensure in Illinois and specialized training. A competitive salary ranges from $105K to $140K, with further incentives available based on performance. This position also offers a rich benefits package, including health insurance, PTO, and loan repayment eligibility.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Illinois.
• Training as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner is required.
• Certification in CPR is a necessity.

Responsibilities

• Conduct medical and psycho-social assessments.
• Manage conception and contraception as per guidelines.
• Complete client clinical records as required.

Skills

Effective verbal and written communication

Medical procedure dexterity

Ability to work under stress

Education

Master’s program for Advanced Practice Nursing

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Board Certification

Current RN licensure in Illinois

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Primary Functions

• Assesses and interprets medical and psycho-social histories; performs physical examinations (including gynecological and breast examination as appropriate); identifies problems; formulates a plan of treatment, provides education and referral (as indicated); and evaluates effectiveness of treatment, education and/or referral.
• Consults with or refers clients with abnormal conditions or other medical, psychological or social problems to the collaborating physician or other appropriate referral source when indicated.
• Orders, may perform and interprets the results of laboratory tests as part of the physical examination and health management. Reports communicable disease in a timely manner to the appropriate Health Dept. per applicable procedures and guidelines.
• Conception and contraception management per applicable protocols and state and federal family planning program guidelines for women presenting for family planning services. This partially includes as indicated: confidential family planning services for adolescents; pregnancy testing and options counseling; provision of emergency contraception; and consideration of all FDA approved contraceptive methods for women seeking contraception.
• Conducts health teaching and counseling during the physical exam, as appropriate, enabling the client to make informed choices about health and treatment options.
• Completes client clinical record documentation in a timely manner specific to the clinical services provided, according to applicable policies and procedures.
• Applies exposure control procedures as described in the VNA Health Center Infection control policy and Procedure Manual.
• Understands the medical emergency procedures and is familiar with the location of the emergency kit(s)/supplies in all clinic settings.
• Maintains professionalism and adheres to client confidentiality in all VNA Health Center practices.
• Participates in quality improvement activities, including, but not limited to: periodic clinic observation of clinical/lab skills by the medical director or designee; chart audits; outcome studies; client satisfaction surveys; clinic flow analysis; proficiency testing for CLIA; and quality management reporting.

Compensation and Benefits

Base Salary Range: $105K - $140K annually depending on years of experience as an APN.

Incentives: Earn up to $35,540K annually based upon meeting Productivity, Patient Satisfaction and Quality Goals.

Available Employee Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and Personal Accident Insurance, 403b, PTO, CEU, Tuition Reimbursement, APN, DEA and CS License Reimbursement, Occurrence Based Medical Malpractice Coverage.

Loan Repayment eligible opportunity.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Illinois, as well as current licensures to practice as an APN.
• Training and/or internship as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. Graduated from a Master’s program for Advanced Practice Nursing.
• Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Board Certification required.
• CPR certification.

Essential Functions / Physical Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Tactile, visual, auditory and olfactory senses intact.
• Manual dexterity and strength sufficient to perform medical procedures.
• Ability to drive a car.
• Ability to deal effectively with levels of stress.