Pediatric Oncology Advanced Practice Provider – Fellowship

Lurie Children's; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 138,000 - 228,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago seeks an experienced Advanced Practice Provider for 24/7 Oncology coverage.

The role supports a multidisciplinary team delivering pediatric cancer care and includes opportunities through the transition into practice fellowship for new graduates. Applicants must have an Illinois license as an APRN/PA, an appropriate master’s degree, and BLS; PALS or other specialty certifications may be required within six months.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher from an accredited school appropriate for certification as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
• Two (2) years of relevant clinical experience is preferred.
• Licensure in the State of Illinois as an APRN/PA is required.
• Clinical privileges through credentialing by the Medical Staff Office achieved within 90 days of hire.
• BLS certification required; Pediatric Advanced Life Support and/or other specialty certification within 6 months.
• Excellent interpersonal, computer, and written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides expert clinical care, education, consultation, advocacy, research, leadership and mentorship.
• Manages primary, acute and chronic health problems through comprehensive assessment and diagnosis.
• Orders, performs and interprets diagnostic tests.- Orders and prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions.
• Collaborates with the medical team to deliver evidence-based care and best practices.
• Participates in research design, implementation and interpretation.
• Meets core measures of performance related to patient care and professionalism.
• Evenings, nights, weekends and holidays may be required.

Skills

APN/PA licensure

BLS

PALS or pediatric specialty

Clinical judgment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Nurse Practitioner or PA certification

Job description

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago seeks an experienced Advanced Practice Provider for 24/7 Oncology coverage.

The role supports a multidisciplinary team delivering pediatric cancer care and includes opportunities through the transition into practice fellowship for new graduates. Applicants must have an Illinois license as an APRN/PA, an appropriate master’s degree, and BLS; PALS or other specialty certifications may be required within six months.