PRN Hospice Nurse Practitioner - Rockford, IL

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 56,481 - 96,018; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement

Time off

On-demand pay

Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois is looking for a Nurse Practitioner to perform physical examinations and develop comprehensive care plans. The ideal candidate will hold valid RN and APNP licenses and must be a graduate of accredited nursing programs. Responsibilities also include ordering diagnostic tests and coordinating patient care. The position offers a competitive pay range of $41.00 - $69.70 per hour along with various benefits including retirement and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Holds valid RN license in state of practice.
• Holds valid APNP license in state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures.
• Orders and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify health care needs.
• Formulates patient care plans based on clinical assessments.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal/communication skills

Analytical and interpretive skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Graduate of an accredited masters of nursing program

Meets requirements to perform as a Nurse Practitioner in Wisconsin or Illinois

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of Physician. Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's clinical problems and health care needs. Records physical findings, and formulates plan and prognosis, based on patient's condition. Discusses case with Physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan. Submits health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review and evaluation by Physician. Prescribes or recommends drugs or other forms of treatment such as physical therapy, inhalation therapy, or related therapeutic procedures. Refers patients to Physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, taste, and smell. This position frequently requires close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The position occasionally requires distance vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. The position requires the employee to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 25 pounds of force frequently. The position requires occasional travel and home visits.

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

• Quality – Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.
• Service – Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.
• Partnering – Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.
• Cost – Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Graduate of an accredited masters of nursing program.
• Meets the requirements determined by the State of Wisconsin or Illinois to perform duties defined as those of a Nurse Practitioner.

Certification and Licensure

• Hold valid RN license in state of practice.
• Hold valid APNP license in state of practice.

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills.
• Analytical and interpretive skills.

Special Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, taste, and smell. This position frequently requires close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The position occasionally requires distance vision, color vision, and peripheral vision. The position requires the employee to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 25 pounds of force frequently.

Level of Supervision

Indirectly supervises other palliative care nursing or support staff.

Pay Range

$41.00 - $69.70

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Benefits

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and benefits, including retirement, time off, on-demand pay, access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more.