APRN/NP/PA
About The Position
TCA Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center located on Chicago's far south side has been a provider of innovative, accessible, and quality primary care, dental, behavioral health services and more to Chicagoland's underserved communities for over 50 years! The culture at TCA Health is one of service and commitment. Our team of dedicated professionals is the reason why TCA Health continues to be one of Chicago's leading Federally Qualified Healthcare Centers. The Nurse Practitioner supports physicians and patients by providing advanced nursing care to patients presenting with uncomplicated/acute clinical problems. The NP provides operational assistance to assure quality of care and service in a cost-effective manner which is consistent with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and the organizational practice guidelines. Full-time and part-time option available.
Requirements
- Active Illinois License in good standing (RN, APRN, Control Sub)
- Completion of an accredited School of Nursing program
- Master's degree as a clinical nurse specialist
- Active DEA Registration
- Current BLS certification
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a public health setting preferred
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates clinical expertise and expanded knowledge through patient care activities.
- Documents patient history and performs physical examinations on patients presenting with routine uncomplicated and acute medical/surgical conditions to establish baseline health profile.
- Performs and/or assists in the administration of routine diagnostic/laboratory studies, clinical and therapeutic procedures.
- Develops presumptive nursing diagnoses and implements treatment plans based on advanced nursing assessment/problem identification consistent with established practice guidelines.
- Documents assessments of the patient's health and illness status.
- Evaluates patient responses to treatment plans and redirects patient care based on findings.
- Assesses patient clinical/health education needs. Provides education regarding health matters using clear and compassionate communication and ensures patient understanding. Refers patients to clinical/health education classes for further services as necessary.
- Provide telecare to assigned patients, as necessary.
- Regularly participate in Clinical Department, TCA Health Staff, and other meetings as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance (4 plan options)
- Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
- Vision
- LTD (company paid)
- Life AD&D (company paid)
- 401k with employer match
- PTO
- Paid Holidays
- Other voluntary benefits available through Aflac with payroll deduction and more...
- providers may be eligible for continuing medical education reimbursement, paid CME days, malpractice insurance, and NHSC Student Loan Repayment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
