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    nurse practitioner or physician assistant - Palos Heights, IL , USA, United States - Northwestern Medicine

    Northwestern Medicine
    Northwestern Medicine Palos Heights, IL , USA, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Full time
    Description
    Benefits

    * $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
    * $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
    * $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
    * $250 Wellbeing Fund per year($125 for part-time)

    • Matching 401(k)
    • Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
    • Life insurance
    • Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
    • Paid time off and Holiday pay

    Pay Starting at:
    $45.46+ per hour based on experience


    Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care.

    Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

    We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

    Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.


    • Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being.
    • Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.
    From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

    Description


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

    This position is 100% inpatient.

    The APP will perform assessments on new consults and follow up patients with Gi or hepatology complaints, create a differential diagnosis based on physical exam and objective data, make recommendations surrounding additional testing including labs, imaging or procedures, provide patient education on disease state, treatment plan or medical therapy, discuss risks and benefits to recommended procedures, communicate care plan to the patient and other members of the medical team, collaborate with supervising MDs to develop a care plan, ensure a supportive transition of care from the inpatient to outpatient setting.

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    Schedule:
    M-F, days; no nights/weekends/holidays/on-call


    Location:
    Palos Hospital


    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.

    #INDC

    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
    • 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 NMH Medical Staff Office (MSO)
    • Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation - BLS, issued by the American Heart Association
    • Minimum of one (1) year of APP experience

    Preferred:

    • GI or Hepatology experience
    Equal Opportunity


    Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer 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.



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