[NP-Jobs] Illinois, NP Position
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Thu Jun 27 14:01:34 PDT 2019
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Illinois - Nurse Practitioner Position (posted) 06-27-19
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*Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Neurosurgery*
The *University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics (UI Health)* is seeking
an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN). The Advanced Practice
Registered Nurse (APRN) reflects the mission, vision, and values of
University of Illinois Hospital & 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 APRN is a
registered nurse and holds a master's or doctoral degree. The APRN
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 APRN's scope of practice. The APRN is required to have and maintain
a faculty appointment in order to receive clinical privileges to
practice at UI Health.
*_Essential Responsibilities:_ *
*Scope of Practice:* Works within the Bylaws of the University of
Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System and in adherence to hospital
and divisional policy. Works collaboratively with other providers in the
care of patients. Performs an accurate history and physical examination
of patients. Conducts comprehensive or episodic health assessments and
develops patient care plans. Performs procedures according to clinical
delineation of privileges. Provides prevention strategies and management
of acute and chronic health problems. Orders and interprets tests,
treatments, and therapies within the scope of practice. Prescribes
medications, diet, supplies, prosthetic devices, and other home health
aides or medication according to clinical privileges. Provides clear,
concise, accurate, and legible documentation regarding patient care in
the medical record. Provides education to patients, families, and
significant others using established education materials. May provide
other clinical duties within the scope of practice as directed under the
emergency operation plan. Demonstrates fiscal responsibility to
positively impact the financial performance of the organization while
ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
*Professional:* Advocates for patients, families, co-workers, the
community, and the nursing profession. Integrates evidence-based
knowledge and clinical expertise in decision-making. Participates in
peer review and competency assessment activities. Seeks experiences and
formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop
clinical and professional skills and knowledge. Establishes an effective
relationship with the entire care team. May advance the profession
through presentations and publications. May lead and assist in research
and evidence based practice through participant selection, coordination
of the protocol(s), data collection, and other associated activities.
Demonstrates accountability for professional conduct. Advances
professionalism by seeking opportunities to develop new skills and to
enhance current ones.
*Teaching:* Provides comprehensive teaching strategies for patients and
their families. May provide education and mentoring of undergraduate and
graduate students and current and new employees, including but not
limited to medical staff, residents, advanced practice providers and
nursing. May develop or participate in programs to meet continuing
education needs of staff. Provides formal and/or informal education or
mentorship to both internal and external groups pertinent to area of
specialty.
*Communication & Leadership:* Demonstrates excellence in written and
verbal communication, public speaking, presentation skills, critical
thinking and decision making skills. Clearly understands the
implications of situations and uses sound judgment when dealing with
multiple disciplines. Ability to foster a cooperative work environment
and view success in relationship to group success. Participates in
program development. Acts as a resource for clinical staff in the
practice setting. Consults with management in assessment,
problem-solving, decision-making, and evaluating clinical/system issues
and models of care. Identifies and participates in quality-improvement
initiatives within the practice setting and initiates change as
appropriate. Leads multidisciplinary teams to provide integrated
delivery of patient care services. May participate in the development
and revision of protocols or guidelines to reflect evidence-based
changes in care management. May participate in activities that influence
policy-making bodies to improve patient care.
*Department Specific Responsibilities*
1. Manage the care of patients within assigned area and/or area of
expertise and within parameters of medical staff privileges.
2. Obtain relevant patient health history. Study and interpret patient
tests and records.
3. Perform physical exam and record findings.
4. Perform various diagnostic, preventive and/or therapeutic procedures
and/or order special screenings and developmental or laboratory tests to
diagnose conditions; interpret results.
5. Prescribe/order appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic
interventions and develop a treatment plan.
6. Develop an educational plan for patient/family.
7. Assist with scheduling of patients for upcoming procedures including
coordinating with other services (division, departments) and completion
of necessary documentation, scheduling forms and clearance.
8. Order appropriate consultation/referral.
9. Determine effectiveness of treatment plan with documentation of
treatment provided and patient outcomes.
10. Reassess and modify plan with patient/family and treatment team
within the parameters of medical staff privileges.
11. 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.
12. Communication with the referring physicians with updates about
treatment outcomes and plans.
_*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 & DEA required.
* One year of RN or APRN experience in neurology and/or neurosurgery,
required.
* 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 *July 15, 2019.*
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jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobid=115859
<https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobid=115859>
/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./
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