[NP-Jobs] Illinois, NP Position

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Illinois - Nurse Practitioner Position             (posted) 10-31-17
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*Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Neurosurgery*

The *University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI 
HEALTH)* is seeking an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) to join our 
Neurosurgery department.

The Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) reflects the mission, vision, and 
values of University of Illinois Hospital and Health Sciences System, 
adheres to the UI Health Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance 
Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, 
guidelines, and other regulatory and accreditation standards and 
maintains appropriate board certification as indicated by clinical 
practice area. An APN is a registered nurse and holds a master's or 
doctoral degree.

The APN functions as part of the multidisciplinary health team in 
accordance with privileges approved by the credentialing committee to 
provide high-quality, cost-effective advanced nursing care to patients 
within the APN's scope of practice. The APN is required to have and 
maintain a faculty appointment in order to receive clinical privileges 
to practice at the University of Illinois Health System.

*Essential Responsibilities:*
* Manage the care of patients within assigned area and/or area of 
expertise and within parameters of medical staff privileges.
* Obtain relevant patient health history. Study and interpret patient 
tests and records.
* Perform physical exam and record findings.
* Perform various diagnostic, preventive and/or therapeutic procedures 
and/or order special screenings and developmental or laboratory tests to 
diagnose conditions; interpret results.
* Prescribe/order appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic 
interventions and develop a treatment plan.
* Develop an educational plan for patient/family.
* Assist with scheduling of patients for upcoming procedures including 
coordinating with other services (division, departments) and completion 
of necessary documentation, scheduling forms and clearance.
* Order appropriate consultation/referral.
* Determine effectiveness of treatment plan with documentation of 
treatment provided and patient outcomes.
* Reassess and modify plan with patient/family and treatment team within 
the parameters of medical staff privileges.
* Participates in the educational experiences of nursing students, 
medical students, residents and other healthcare disciplines. By being 
involved in case conferences, serving as a preceptor and mentor, 
assisting with curriculum development and instruction.

*Requirements include:*
* Graduation from accredited APN program required. Acute Care Nurse 
Practitioner preferred.
* Current license as a Professional Registered Nurse and Advanced 
Practice Nurse in the State of Illinois required.
* Master's Degree in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice required.
* Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
* Current controlled substance licensure if indicated by position.
* Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate 
therapeutic relationships between physician, APN and PA providers as 
well as college and hospital leadership and the multi-disciplinary team.
* Demonstrated experience in leadership, multidisciplinary 
collaboration, interpersonal communication, education, clinical 
experience and change management required.
* Documentation in the medical record to substantiate accurate billing.
* Intermediate computer skills.

*Salary & Benefits:*
UI Health offers competitive benefit packages, including: vacation days, 
paid holidays, Floating Holidays, State University Retirement System, 
tuition waiver, tuition discount for dependents, and excellent medical, 
dental, and vision packages.

*To Apply:*
For consideration, please submit a complete application and supplemental 
resume by *November 23, 2017.*

*jobs.uic.edu/UI_Health/jobdetails?jobID=87373 
<http://jobs.uic.edu/UI_Health/jobdetails?jobID=87373> *

/The University of Illinois at Chicago is an Equal Opportunity, 
Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and 
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. /

/The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job 
candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will 
be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act./

PI99969465

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