APRN/NP/PA

APRN/NP/PA

The APRN/NP/PA supports physicians and patients by providing advanced nursing care to patients presenting with uncomplicated/acute clinical problems. The APRN/NP/PA provides operational assistance to assure quality of care and service in a cost-effective manner which is consistent with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and the organizational practice guidelines. Full-time and part-time option available.

Nurse Practitioner Responsibilities

• Demonstrates clinical expertise and expanded knowledge through patient care activities.
• Documents patient history and performs physical examinations on patients presenting with routine uncomplicated and acute medical/surgical conditions to establish baseline health profile.
• Performs and/or assists in the administration of routine diagnostic/laboratory studies, clinical and therapeutic procedures.
• Develops presumptive nursing diagnoses and implements treatment plans based on advanced nursing assessment/problem identification consistent with established practice guidelines.
• Documents assessments of the patient's health and illness status.
• Evaluates patient responses to treatment plans and redirects patient care based on findings.
• Assesses patient clinical/health education needs. Provides education regarding health matters using clear and compassionate communication and ensures patient understanding. Refers patients to clinical/health education classes for further services as necessary.
• Provide telecare to assigned patients, as necessary.
• Regularly participate in Clinical Department, TCA Health Staff, and other meetings as assigned.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois License in good standing (RN, APRN, Control Sub)
• Completion of an accredited School of Nursing program
• Master's degree as a clinical nurse specialist
• Active DEA Registration
• Current BLS certification
• Previous experience in a public health setting preferred

Benefits

• Medical Insurance (4 plan options)
• Dental Insurance (2 plan options)
• Vision
• LTD (company paid)
• Life AD&D (company paid)
• 401k with employer match
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Other voluntary benefits available through Aflac with payroll deduction and more...