Nurse Practitioner- Emergency Services and ICU

About the role

Gateway Regional Medical Center is seeking a skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our Emergency Services team. The position offers comprehensive benefits, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Responsibilities

• Performing comprehensive patient assessments, medical histories, and physical examinations
• Evaluating, diagnosing, and treating acute illnesses and injuries across a wide range of patient populations
• Ordering, interpreting, and evaluating laboratory studies, diagnostic imaging, and other tests
• Developing individualized treatment plans and prescribing medications and therapies in accordance with Illinois law and collaborative practice agreements
• Performing emergency procedures within your scope of practice and responding rapidly to changing patient conditions
• Collaborating closely with emergency physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and ancillary staff to provide exceptional patient care
• Maintaining accurate, timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Educating patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program
• Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure
• National Nurse Practitioner certification in an applicable specialty (FNP, AGACNP, or related specialty)
• Current BLS and ACLS Certification (AHA or American Red Cross)
• Current DEA registration and Illinois Controlled Substance License
• Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, high-acuity emergency care environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, a 401(k) retirement plan, employee assistance program, and support for professional growth and advancement.

Pay

Competitive compensation tailored to your qualifications and experience.

Schedule

7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Full-Time