Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Medical Oncology and Hematology, Full-time, Days

Northwestern Medicine; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide range of benefits

Sign-on bonus eligibility

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner for its Medical Oncology and Hematology department in McHenry, Illinois. The role includes supporting patient care in an ambulatory setting with expected patient volume of 10-12 per day. Responsibilities include conducting health assessments, providing clinical care, and mentoring students. Candidates must have relevant master's degrees, certifications, and Illinois licenses. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and no weekend or holiday shifts.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required from accredited nursing or PA program.
• Current Illinois RN license or PA license needed.
• ACLS certification is required as specified by the department.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient health assessments.
• Provide direct clinical care and prescribe medication.
• Mentor graduate students in advanced practice.

Skills

Clinical expertise and expanded knowledge

Patient care activities

Mentorship

Quality improvement participation

Education

Master’s degree in nursing or Physician Assistant Program

Current Illinois RN license

Certification as APRN

Basic Life Support Certification

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certification

Controlled substance license and DEA registration

Job description

Description

Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to work in our Medical Oncology and Hematology department. The APP will support the department in an ambulatory setting. Expected volume is approximately 10 to 12 patients per day.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm

Location

McHenry Hospital and Huntley Hospital

• No call, weekends, holidays

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.

Qualifications

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. OR Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program/Current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Illinois.
• Privileged and credentialed through the Medical Staff Office (MSO)
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (issued by the American Heart Association) certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required as specified by department
• Controlled substance license and DEA registration required as specified by the department

Preferred

• 2-3 years of 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.

Background Check

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‑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.

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. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position)

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.