Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Hematology Oncology Full Time Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare•Chicago, IL

2d•$61 - $80•Hybrid

About The Position

Northwestern Medicine is hiring an Advanced Practice Provider for its Hematology/Oncology department. The role provides clinical management for high-acuity oncology patients enrolled in early-phase trials, including patient assessment, toxicity and disease management, multidisciplinary collaboration, and protocol compliance. The schedule is four 10-hour day shifts per week, with one work-from-home day after orientation. There is no on-call requirement. The position is located at 233 East Superior Street, Olson Pavilion, Ground Floor. The Advanced Practice Provider demonstrates clinical expertise through patient care, takes responsibility for the health outcomes of an assigned patient population, and works with collaborating physicians and other healthcare professionals. The role also includes patient and staff education, student mentoring, quality improvement, and research activities relevant to the specialty.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited school or college of nursing, or a master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant program.
For the Nurse Practitioner pathway: current Illinois Registered Nurse license, current Illinois Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license, and certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by a national certifying body 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.
Privileged and credentialed through the Northwestern Medicine Medical Staff Office.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of experience; oncology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive appraisals of patients’ health status, including taking health histories and performing physical examinations.
Provide direct clinical care to patients.
Prescribe and order medications and therapies, and order and interpret laboratory tests, x-rays, and procedures within clinical privileges.
Evaluate patients to determine their need for further healthcare.
Provide comprehensive teaching and education to patients and families.
Document care, education, and procedures for which the Advanced Practice Provider is responsible in the medical record.
Refer patients to other disciplines as appropriate and serve as a consultant to other disciplines in areas of expertise.
Integrate research-based knowledge and clinical expertise into decision-making.
Advocate for patients, families, coworkers, and the community, and serve as a patient advocate and role model for “Patients First.”
Maintain certifications and continuing education required for licensure and privileging.
Participate in unit, departmental, divisional, or hospital committees and task forces as appropriate.
Develop and participate in programs addressing staff continuing-education needs, and provide formal education to internal and external groups in the specialty.
Mentor graduate students and serve as a role model and preceptor to students.
Participate in quality improvement and research initiatives relevant to the patient population.