Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (with RNFA) - Surgical Oncology, Full-time[...]

Northwestern Medicine; Warrenville (IL); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Wide range of benefits

Sign-on bonus eligibility for qualifying candidates

Résumé du poste

Northwestern Medicine is offering an exciting opportunity for a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join our Surgical Oncology team in Warrenville, Illinois. The role involves a blend of ambulatory, inpatient care, and potential for operating room coverage, ensuring comprehensive patient management.

Ideal candidates should have a master's degree in an accredited nursing program or Physician Assistant studies, acute care certification, and relevant experience. Enjoy competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 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 and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in Illinois.
• 3-5 years of APP experience preferred.

Responsabilités

• Conducts comprehensive appraisals of patients' health status.
• Provides direct clinical care to patients.
• Documents care and education in the medical record.

Connaissances

Clinical expertise

Patient advocacy

Mentoring

Formation

Master’s degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Program

Acute care certification for APRNs

BLS certification

Description du poste

Description

Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either a motivated Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to work with our Surgical Oncology team. This position will be a mix of ambulatory, inpatient, and potential for OR coverage.

Schedule

• Monday-Friday, day shift
• Saturday morning call/rounding required

Locations

• Warrenville Cancer Center
• Delnor Cancer Center
• Central DuPage and Delnor Hospitals

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.
• Provides comprehensive teaching strategies for patients and their families.
• Develops and participates in programs to meet continuing education needs of staff.
• Serves as a role model and preceptor to students.
• 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.

AA/EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Acute care certification required for APRNs (inpatient experience as an NP will be considered in lieu of acute care certification)
• First Assist Certification for all APRNs
• 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 Northwestern Medicine Medical Staff Office (MSO)
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation – BLS, issued by the American Heart Association

Preferred

• 3-5 years of APP experience

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) 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.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.