Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Critical Care, Casual, Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare•Lake Forest, IL

2h•$63 - $82•Onsite

About The Position

Northwestern Medicine is hiring a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join its inpatient Critical Care team. The role works collaboratively with five APPs and ICU physicians. APPs practice at the top of their license, including performing inpatient procedures and managing a shared ICU census of approximately 6 to 20 patients. The position is casual and scheduled for 4 hours per week. Coverage may include weekdays, weekends, days, and nights based on department and PTO coverage needs. Pager coverage is required while onsite.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited school or college of nursing, or a master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
For APRNs, acute care certification is required; inpatient experience as a nurse practitioner may be considered in lieu of acute care certification.
For the APRN pathway: current Illinois Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licenses, and national APRN certification approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation APRN Board.
For the Physician Assistant pathway: current Illinois Physician Assistant license.
Once licensed, may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number.
Must be privileged and credentialed through the Northwestern Medicine Medical Staff Office.
BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive patient appraisals, including taking health histories and performing physical examinations in the clinical area.
Provide direct clinical care and be responsible for the health outcomes of an assigned patient population.
Diagnose and manage a wide range of health problems within the area of clinical expertise.
Prescribe and order medications and therapies; order and interpret laboratory tests, x-rays, and procedures according to clinical privileges.
Evaluate patients to determine the need for further health care and refer them to other disciplines as appropriate.
Confer and collaborate with physicians and other health professionals, and serve as a consultant to other disciplines in areas of expertise.
Provide comprehensive education to patients and families, and develop appropriate educational systems for patients, families, and staff.
Document care, education, and procedures for which the Licensed Advanced Practice Provider is responsible in the medical record.
Integrate research-based knowledge and clinical expertise into decision-making.
Mentor graduate students and serve as a role model and preceptor to students.
Develop and participate in programs to meet staff continuing education needs and provide formal education to internal and external groups in the specialty area.
Participate in quality improvement and research initiatives pertinent to the area of expertise or specific patient population.
Maintain certifications and continuing education required for licensure and privileging.
Advocate for patients, families, coworkers, and the community, and serve as a patient advocate and role model for 'Patients First.'
Participate in unit, departmental, divisional, or hospital committees and task forces as appropriate.
Exemplify a professional image in appearance, manner, and presentation.