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

Northwestern Medicine group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 87,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for Emergency Medicine on the night shift. The role is Full-time at 36 hours per week (6pm–6:30am) with 0.9 FTE in the Chicago area. Primary duties include direct patient care, ordering tests, and coordinating care with the ED team.

Qualified candidates hold an Illinois APRN or PA license with DEA eligibility, a master’s degree, and MSO credentialing. Previous APP experience in emergency settings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing or a master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Current license as an RN in Illinois with APRN or PA licensure; DEA/CS license eligibility if applicable.
• Privileged and credentialed through the Medical Staff Office (MSO).
• BLS certification by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and provide direct clinical care in Emergency Medicine.
• Prescribes medications, orders tests, and interprets results within scope of privileges.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff to coordinate patient care and education.
• Engage in quality improvement and continuous education for staff and patients.
• Mentor students and participate in departmental initiatives and teaching.

Skills

Emergency Medicine APP experience

Clinical diagnosis skills

Patient education

Education

Nurse Practitioner MSN/APRN

Physician Assistant MS/MPA

Job description

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

• Full-time
• Hours Per Week / FTE: 36 hrs/wk - 0.9 FTE
• Salary Range Minimum : $63.00
• Salary Range Maximum: $82.28
• Compensation: USD 63 - USD 82.28 - hourly

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

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

The schedule for this role is 6pm-6:30am with weekend and holiday coverage required.

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.

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 Medical Staff Office (MSO)
• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation – BLS, issued by the American Heart Association

Preferred

• 2 years of APP experience

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.

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

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.

Please refer to the Benefits Eligibility by Employment Classification to determine benefits eligibility for job postings.

If sign-on bonus is included in a job posting eligibility is as followed: 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 as a Registered Nurse at NM may be eligible.

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