Advanced Practice Nurse - Pediatric Infectious Disease

University of Illinois Medical Center • Peoria, IL

113d • $97,000 - $110,000

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated Pediatric Infectious Disease APN/NP to join our team, providing expert care to pediatric patients with complex infections, including immunocompromised hosts, HIV, and emerging infectious diseases. The role involves outpatient and/or inpatient care, collaboration with physicians, and participation in research/education. The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides comprehensive health care for assigned patients/community as determined by scope of practice guidelines and specialty. This includes completion of a health assessment, determining diagnosis, planning and prescribing treatment within the parameters of medical staff privileges at the University of Illinois and area of expertise. The APRN participates in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical students, residents and other health care disciplines. The APRN is required to have and maintain a faculty appointment in order to receive clinical privileges to practice at the University of Illinois.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice required.
• Graduation from accredited APRN program.
• Current license as a Professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice.
• Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois required.

Nice To Haves

• Staff Nursing experience in Pediatrics preferred.
• Prior experience in pediatrics, infectious disease, immunology, or hospital medicine is a plus.
• Strong clinical judgment in pediatric infectious diseases (e.g., antibiotic stewardship, viral infections, travel medicine).
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication skills for patient/family education.

Responsibilities

• Manage the care of patients within assigned area and/or area of expertise and within parameters of medical staff privileges.
• Obtain relevant patient health history. Study and interpret patient tests and records.
• Perform physical exam and record findings.
• Perform various diagnostic, preventive and/or therapeutic procedures and/or order special screenings and developmental or laboratory tests to diagnose conditions; interpret results.
• Prescribe/order appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and develop a treatment plan.
• Develop an educational plan for patient/family.
• Assist with scheduling of patients for upcoming procedures including coordinating with other services (division, departments) and completion of necessary documentation, scheduling forms, and clearance.
• Order appropriate consultation/referral.
• Determine effectiveness of treatment plan with documentation of treatment provided and patient outcomes.
• Reassess and modify plan with patient/family and treatment team within the parameters of medical staff privileges.
• Participates in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical students, residents, and other healthcare disciplines.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $97,000 to $110,000 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits portfolio offered by the University of Illinois.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree