Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant- Advocate Christ Emergency Department

Advocate Aurora Health • Oak Lawn, IL

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About The Position

The Advanced Practice Clinician (APC) position at Advocate Health involves evaluating, diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with acute, critical, and chronic illnesses within an inpatient hospital setting. This role emphasizes clinical excellence, leadership, and ongoing professional development, providing a structured onboarding program for new graduates and practicing APCs. The position offers opportunities to practice at the top of one's licensure and engage in a variety of clinical settings across Illinois and Wisconsin.

Requirements

• Physician Assistant license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices.
• Physician Assistant (PA-C) certification issued by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state in which the caregiver practices.
• Nurse Practitioner (ANCC) certification issued by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or Nurse Practitioner (AANP) certification issued by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registration issued by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Bachelor's Degree in Physician Assistant.
• Master's Degree in Nursing.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency and excellent decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective member of a health care team.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with and establish/build relationships with others.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates, diagnoses, treats, and manages acute, critical, and chronic patients' illnesses and diseases within an inpatient hospital setting.
• Obtains medical histories, conducts physical examinations, and assesses and determines differential diagnosis.
• Prescribes medication, therapy, and treatments accordingly.
• Interprets and evaluates patient data for the purpose of determining management and treatment of patients.
• Performs minor surgeries and routine procedures.
• Consults with physicians as appropriate.
• Orders, performs, and interprets diagnostic studies in the field of clinical specialty trained and determined competent by a physician.
• Adjusts patient care plans by reviewing and monitoring treatments and therapy plans.
• Counsels, instructs, and educates patients on physical and mental health including diet, preventive health measures, health behaviors, self-care skills, disease, treatment options, and normal growth and development.
• Provides care coordination, which includes managing a variety of ancillary services, pre-operative plans, discharge planning, provider referrals, and medical devices such as insulin pumps, defibrillators, and pacemakers.
• Prescribes, recommends, and regulates pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies across multiple care settings, including controlled medications warranted by the patient's diagnosis or changing medical condition.
• Prepares, dictates, and signs patient care plans and summaries of patient care.
• Maintains records according to established standards and guidelines.
• Provides clinical direction to nursing staff regarding the continued care of patients.
• Follows through with nursing staff to ensure patients receive recommended care.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Continuing medical education flexibility
• Access to fully integrated continuum of care
• Structured onboarding program for new graduates and practicing APCs
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees