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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Primary Care (100% Remote), Full-time, Days

Remote: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Experience: 
Mid-level (2-5 years)
Work from: 
Illinois (USA), United States

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in nursing or PA program, Current RN and APRN licenses in IL, BLS certification from American Heart Association, Privileged through NMH Medical Staff Office, Minimum of three years APP experience.

Key responsabilities:

  • Conduct comprehensive health assessments.
  • Provide direct clinical care and education.
  • Diagnose and treat patients via telehealth.
  • Maintain continuity of care between visits.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
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Job description

Company Description

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

Northwestern Medicine has a unique opportunity for either a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant to work in our Primary Care Clinic. This position is 100% remote; however, the APP must live in the state of IL.

Must be able to do in-person ~90-day orientation at 20 S. Clark Street. Time depends on how quickly the APP can get up and running. 

Schedule: M-F, days; no nights/weekends/holidays/on-call

Essential Functions

  • 100% remote position supporting the practice with in-basket management
  • Diagnose and treat patients via converted telehealth appointments (approx. 8/per day) where appropriate  
  • Demonstrates clinical expertise and expanded knowledge through patient care activities which may include diagnosis and management of a wide range of health problems.
  • Develops appropriate educational systems for patients, families and staff in areas of expertise.
  • Maintain continuity of care between clinician visits

Demonstrates clinical expertise and expanded knowledge through patient care activities which may include diagnosis and management of a wide range of health problems. Responsible for health outcome of an assigned patient population. Confers with collaborating physician and other health professionals in area of clinical expertise. Develops appropriate educational systems for patients, families and staff in areas of expertise. Mentors graduate students in aspects of advanced practice and patient care. Actively participates in quality improvement and/or research pertinent to area of expertise. 

Responsibilities

Conducts comprehensive appraisals of patients' health status by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in clinical area. Provides direct clinical care to patients. Prescribes/orders medications, therapies; orders/interprets laboratory tests, x-rays and procedures according to clinical privileges. Evaluates patients to determine their need for further health care. Provides comprehensive teaching to patients and families. Documents in the medical record all care and education provided and/or procedures performed for which the Licensed Advanced Practice Provider is responsible. Refers to other disciplines as appropriate. Consultant to other disciplines in areas of expertise. Integrates research based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision making. Exemplifies a professional image in appearance, manner and presentation. Advocate for patients, families, coworkers, and the community. Maintains certifications and continuing education as required for licensure and privileging. Serves as a patient advocate and role model for "Patients First". Participates in unit/departmental/divisional or hospital committees/task forces as appropriate. Provides comprehensive teaching strategies for patients and their families. Develops and participates in programs to meet continuing education needs of staff. Serves as a role model and preceptor to students. Provides formal education to both internal and external groups pertinent to area of specialty. Participates in quality improvement and/or research initiatives for specific patient population as appropriate. 

Qualifications

Required:

  • Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program  
  • Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by a national certifying body as approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation APRN Board. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number OR Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program/Current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Illinois.  Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number
  • Privileged and credentialed through the NMH Medical Staff Office (MSO)
  • Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation – BLS, issued by the American Heart Association 
  • Minimum of three (3) year of APP experience is required

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

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Experience

Level of experience: Mid-level (2-5 years)
Spoken language(s):
English
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Other Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Public Speaking
  • Time Management
  • Mentorship
  • Verbal Communication Skills

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