Orthopedics (per diem) - Advanced Practice Provider

Rush University System for Health; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 85,239 - 121,401; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs including sign-on bonuses

Job summary

Rush University System for Health in Aurora, Illinois is seeking a Per Diem Orthopedics Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) dedicated to providing high-quality orthopedic patient care across various settings, including inpatient and outpatient environments.

This role requires collaboration with orthopedic surgeons and exemplary adherence to Rush's mission and standards. Candidates must fulfill specific licensing and certification requirements and will enjoy competitive compensation, including base pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse or Advanced Practice Nurse.
• Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice.
• Current certification by American Nurse Credentialing Center or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
• CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with orthopedic surgeons and the departmental team.
• Provide comprehensive, high-quality care to orthopedic patients.
• Cover supplemental staffing needs across various settings.

Skills

Current licensure in Illinois as a Registered Nurse or Advanced Practice Nurse

Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate in Nursing

Current certification by ANCC or AANP

CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications

Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program

Current certification from NCCPA

Education

Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate in Nursing

Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program

Job description

Orthopedics Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner)

The Per Diem Orthopedics Advanced Practice Provider (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner) works collaboratively with supervising orthopedic surgeons and the departmental team to provide comprehensive, high-quality care to orthopedic patients. This position primarily covers supplemental staffing needs, including weekend coverage, vacation coverage, and support during high census periods, across the inpatient, outpatient, and operative settings.

Nurse Practitioner Qualifications

• Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process
• Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing practice with clinical specialty appropriate to position
• Current certification by American Nurse Credentialing Center (ANCC) or American Academy of Nurse Practitioner (AANP)
• CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications
• APRN Candidates will require Acute Care Certification if doing Inpatient work.
• APRN Candidates will require Acute Care Certification and First Assistant Certification if working in OR.

Physician Assistant Qualifications

• Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant/Associate or eligible to obtain a licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) application process
• Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate Program
• Current certification from National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants
• CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) will promote collaboration between multiple disciplines to ensure cost effective and quality patient care. The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with the policies, procedures, guidelines of Rush, including the Rush Medical Group Customer Service standards. Successful candidates will also meet all other state and federal regulatory practice and accreditation standards.

Pay & Benefits

Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, specialty; relevant experience and training; and other business and organizational factors. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. Additional compensation may include premium pay rates, sign‑on bonuses, and relocation allowances. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package.

Pay Range: $75.00 per hour

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits, learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

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EEO Statement

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.