[NP-Jobs] Illinois, NP Position

Fri Feb 16 22:36:09 UTC 2024

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Chicago, Illinois - Nurse Practitioner Position
                (posted) 02-16-24
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*APRN - Certified Nurse Practitioner - Epilepsy Center & Neurosurgery*

*The University of Illinois Hospital & Clinics (UI Health)* is seeking a
APRN- Certified Nurse Practitioner to join their team. The Advanced
Practice Registered Nurse (APRN-CNP) provides comprehensive health care for
assigned patients/community as determined by scope of practice guidelines
and specialty. This includes completion of a health assessment, determining
diagnosis, planning and prescribing treatment within the parameters of
medical staff privileges at UI Health and area of expertise. The APRN
participates in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical
students, residents and other health care disciplines.

The APRN-CNP is required to have and maintain a faculty appointment to
receive clinical privileges to practice at UI Health.

*Essential Responsibilities:*

*Duties & 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 patients/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.
* The Advanced Practice Nurse is required to have and maintain a faculty
appointment in order to receive clinical privileges to practice at the
University of Illinois Health System.
* Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as
assigned.

*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.

*Accountability*: 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, caf, 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,
caf, 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*:

* Graduation from accredited APRN program.
* Current license as a Professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice
Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois required.
* Master's or Doctoral Degree in 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, APRN 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.
* Current or previous experience of management of neurosurgery patient
management 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 *February 29, 2024.*

*uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home/requisition/7435?c=uic
<http://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/2/home/requisition/7435?c=uic>*

*The University of Illinois at Chicago/ UI Health is an affirmative action,
equal opportunity employer that has a strong institutional commitment to
the principle of diversity and is particularly interested in receiving
applications from a broad spectrum of people. We do not discriminate on the
basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion,
national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other
characteristic protected by law.*

*As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System
uses E-Verify <https://everify.uscis.gov/home/> to verify employment
eligibility
<https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf>.*

*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,
visit www.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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