[NP-Jobs] Illinois, NP Position

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Illinois - Nurse Practitioner Position             (posted) 10-28-2020
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*Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - Neurosurgery Stepdown*

The*University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics (UI Health)*is seeking an 
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Neurosurgery Stepdown. The 
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Stepdown reflects the 
mission, vision, and values of University of Illinois Hospital and 
Health Sciences System, adheres to the UIHHSS 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 the University of Illinois Health System.

*Duties:*

*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.

*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.
* Establishes an effective relationship with the entire care team.
* Seeks experiences and formal and independent learning activities to 
maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge.
* 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.

*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/Specialty Specific Responsibilities*
* Perform and document a complete history and physical examination for 
acutely and chronically ill patients with neurological/neurosurgical 
diseases
* Manage the care of patients within assigned area and/or area of 
expertise and within parameters of medical staff privileges
* Develop a comprehensive individualized plan of care for neurosurgery 
patients which includes teaching, necessary referral to other members of 
the health care team and planning follow-up
* Identify unstable or complex neurosurgery patient care situations and 
facilitates appropriate intervention in the clinic and/or hospital setting.

*Procedures*
* Perform routine clinical procedures independently as outlined in 
privileges granted. These procedures include but not limited to: VP 
shunt reprogramming, remove cranial and spinal drains, & suture/staples 
removals.

*UI Care: Patient & Employee Service Values*

Service Values and UI CARE (Communicate, Acknowledge, Respect, Excel) 
Standards

*Integrity and Service Excellence:*Each person is treated with dignity, 
respect, and compassion. One should be sensitive to ethnic, cultural and 
racial differences. This is emphasized by the UI CARE behavior, 
"Respect: Patients First".

*Behavior:*Performance is acceptable when everyone is greeted with a 
smile and a warm and caring manner using the person's name whenever 
possible. No matter how I feel, I display a caring attitude. This is 
demonstrated through my hallway, elevator, and phone etiquette, as well 
as, my interactions with my peers, co-workers, volunteers, patients, and 
leaders.

*ccountability:*Each person displays loyalty and pride in the University 
of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System and its associated 
entities while upholding the confidentiality of patients, visitors, 
physicians, and co-workers. One should be a role model, be open-minded 
and collaborate with others. At the same time, one is fully accountable 
for their actions, and should focus on exceeding expectations. This is 
emphasized by the UI CARE behaviors: "Excel: Accountability & Teamwork" 
and "Ownership & Pride".

*Behavior:*Performance is acceptable when concerns/problems with fellow 
employees and/or customers are not discussed with anyone other than the 
person involved or the supervisor. Patient/Employee issues and ideas are 
listened to and appropriate follow-up occurs to create a satisfied 
patient, patient family member, or employee/volunteer. I do not make 
excuses. I do not demean other people or departments. This is 
demonstrated by me taking full responsibility for my actions regardless 
of the circumstances.

*Innovation:*Each person demonstrates commitment to open communication. 
Every conversation should incorporate the key elements of AIDET 
(Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explain and Thank). This will convey 
courtesy, clarity, and indicate that one is actively listening. One 
should seek opportunities to "manage-up" others by highlighting positive 
situations. This will create an environment of recognition and praise 
while empowering others to take ownership. At the same time, create an 
overall welcoming environment. This is emphasized by the UI CARE 
behaviors "Communicate: Talk, Listen, learn" and "Manage Up". Also, the 
UI CARE behavior "Acknowledge: Reward and Recognize and Make People Feel 
Welcomed".

*Behavior:*Performance is acceptable when openness and acceptance of 
constructive criticism occurs. Positive communication occurs by 
complimenting and expressing appreciation to others. I will listen and 
encourage others to express ideas and opinions and support ways to 
improve UI Health Experience and the evaluation and implementation of 
new ideas. I will focus on being clear in all of my conversations and 
interactions by using AIDET at all times. I will focus on making our 
patients/guests and employees/volunteers feel welcome but managing up 
others whenever possible.

*Safety:*Each person demonstrates pride in the physical appearance of UI 
Health, University of Illinois Hospital and its associated entities as a 
safe environment. One focuses on keeping the physical environment clean 
which includes the hallways, elevator, café, general areas, and one's 
personal work area. One also demonstrates pride in their personal 
appearance. This is emphasized by the UI CARE behavior Respect: 
Appearance, Courtesy & Environment".

*Behavior:*Performance is acceptable when initiative is taken to 
maintain a safe and clean environment. I will conduct myself in a manner 
that respects and preserves equipment and the physical plant. I do not 
walk by spills, trash or unsafe conditions while walking the hallways, 
elevator, café, general areas and/or my personal area without assuring 
that they are attended to promptly by myself or appropriate personnel. I 
will take ownership of my surroundings. I will also focus on managing my 
personal appearance and body odor by dressing professionally and/or 
appropriate for my area, grooming appropriately, and my managing 
personal hygiene.

*Requirements include:*
* Master's degree in Nursing or Doctorate degree in Nursing required.
* Board Certified as Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Family Nurse 
Practitioner.
* Licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner in the state of 
Illinois required.
* Current DEA license without restriction.
* Current IL Controlled Substance License required.
* Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate 
therapeutic relationships between physicians, APRN and PA providers as 
well as multi-disciplinary care team.
* Demonstrated experience in leadership, multidisciplinary 
collaboration, interpersonal communication, education, clinical experience.
* Ability to meet all requirements for medical staff privileges.
* Neurosurgery or Critical Care experience preferred.

*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, 2020.*

*jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=138775 
<https://jobs.uic.edu/job-board/job-details?jobID=138775>*

/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./

/The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire 
to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual 
harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers 
regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more 
information, 
visitwww.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899 
<http://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899>/

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