Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Memory Neurology, Full-time, Days
About The Position
Northwestern Medicine is hiring a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner for its Memory Neurology team. The APP will work collaboratively in an independent outpatient clinic setting within a transdisciplinary team, providing specialized care for patients with cognitive and memory disorders. The role focuses on evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of cognitive neurology and memory-related conditions. The position is 100% outpatient-focused; some inpatient responsibility may be involved for a PA or AGACNP. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with no call. The role is 40 hours per week at 1.0 FTE. Compensation is $61.00 to $79.67 per hour.
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 an NP may be considered in lieu of acute care certification.
- For the APRN pathway: current Illinois Registered Nurse license, current Illinois Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license, and certification as an APRN 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.
- Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation—BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association.
Nice To Haves
- At least 2 years of Neurology, Geriatric, or Psychiatry experience.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient appraisals by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in the clinical area.
- Provide direct clinical care and take responsibility for the health outcomes of an assigned patient population.
- Diagnose and manage a wide range of health problems within the clinician's area of expertise.
- Prescribe and order medications and therapies, and order and interpret laboratory tests, x-rays, and procedures according to clinical privileges.
- Evaluate patients to determine whether they need further health care and refer them to other disciplines as appropriate.
- Consult and confer with collaborating physicians and other health professionals.
- Teach patients and families, and document care, education, and procedures in the medical record.
- Develop educational systems and strategies for patients, families, and staff in areas of expertise.
- Integrate research-based knowledge and clinical expertise into decision-making.
- Mentor and precept graduate students and serve as a role model for students and staff.
- Develop and participate in programs that meet staff continuing education needs, and provide formal education to internal and external groups relevant to the specialty.
- Participate in quality improvement, research initiatives, and relevant unit, department, division, or hospital committees and task forces.
- 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.
- Exemplify a professional image in appearance, manner, and presentation.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Loan forgiveness
- 401(k) matching
- A wide range of benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being and protection for unexpected life events
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