Nurse Practitioner APRN APN NP - Neonatology

Ascension • Schaumburg, IL

77d • $136,802 - $156,679 • Onsite

About The Position

Ascension Illinois is looking for a Board Certified experienced Neonatology Nurse Practitioner for our Neonatology Department. This is a great opportunity for the right candidate to partner with Ascension Illinois to provide medical services to patients. This position is full-time with in-house shifts, offering a nice blended model for 24/7 Neonatology coverage in a Level III NICU and PICU with 30 NICU beds. The role benefits from 24/7 Pediatric Hospitalist and Pediatric Intensivist services, great access to all Pediatric Sub-specialists, and excellent support staff.

Requirements

• Master's degree of Nursing required.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Nice To Haves

• Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.
• Registered Nurse preferred.

Responsibilities

• In collaboration with a physician, provide for the expansion of individualized primary healthcare services by diagnosing and treating certain acute or chronic health conditions.
• Obtain patient history and perform assessment via observation, interview and examination. Order, perform and interpret diagnostic studies. Perform preventative health assessments, screening, immunizations and patient care.
• Provide direct treatment and management of health conditions via referral to other healthcare providers or community resources.
• Counsel and educate patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.
• Document delivery of health care and nursing processes in accordance with specific specialty area standards and network nursing policy.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level