Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA) - Post-Acute Care - North Region

Position Highlights

Position: Advanced Practice Provider (APN/PA) – Post-Acute Care
Location: Skilled Nursing Facilities at Endeavor North Region (Evanston/Swedish Hospitals)
Full Time/Part Time: Full-Time (average of 40 hours/week)
Hours: Monday – Friday between 8:00AM - 5:00PM
No evenings or holidays. Potential for weekend hours in the future.
Required Travel: Evanston/Swedish Hospital territory.

Job Description

Exciting opportunity to join Endeavor Health Department of Post-Acute Care (Skilled Nursing Facilities)!
Under the direction of the collaborating physician(s), provides care to patients.
Obtains detailed history and performs physical examinations, orders imaging, lab tests and diagnostic procedures and interprets results.
Instructs patients on the prescribed therapeutic regimen and pre/post operative instructions.
Maintains records and writes progress notes on status, treatments and procedures.
Follows patients through their course of treatment in the clinic and hospital setting.
Collaborates with physicians and the health care team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Prescribes pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies as appropriate.
Demonstrates evidence-based practice.
Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of standards of practice in the specialty.
Assesses the learning needs of patients and families across the continuum.
Employs strategies, interventions and teaching to promote, maintain, and improve health.
Provides comprehensive health assessments, differential diagnosis, and prescribe treatments under the protocol in the direct management of acute and chronic illness and disease.
Promotes wellness and prevent illness and injury in various settings for individuals, families, and communities.
Works autonomously and in interdisciplinary teams as resources and consultants.
Positively contributes to safety outcomes and promoting high quality patient experience.
Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of service line goals.
Supports the strategic plan of the organization.

Qualifications

• License: Advanced Practice Licensure (APN) or Physician Assistant (PA) Licensure in the State of IL required; Federal DEA and Illinois Controlled Substance License required
• Education: Completion of master’s level program in specialty area
• Certification: BLS/CPR certification required
• Experience: Minimum of three years APP experience required. Experience with advanced directive and goals of care.

Benefits

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Variety of Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Health Savings Account Options
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Retailment Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities
• CME allowance