Northwestern Memorial Healthcare·Mchenry, Illinois
The provider will conduct comprehensive health appraisals, perform physical examinations, and manage patient care across ambulatory, inpatient, and surgical settings. They are also responsible for prescribing medications, ordering diagnostic tests, and mentoring students while participating in quality improvement initiatives.
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 health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system.
We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees.
Ready to join our quest for better?
Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either a motivated Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to work with our Neurosurgery team. This is a hybrid role with time divided between Ambulatory, inpatient rounding, and OR first assist. Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either a motivated Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to work with our General Surgery team. This is an inpatient role with time divided between rounding responsibilities and surgical assist coverage. Mix of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities, including weekly hospital census of ~10–20 patients Shared outpatient clinic coverage with attending and APPs during weekdays Surgical volume includes minimum 4 elective cases/week plus add-ons and emergent cases (~6–10 OR cases/week total) Schedule: Monday-Friday Full-time: 5x8-hour shifts (Monday–Friday) with rotating night, weekend, and holiday call On-call rotation: 1:5 weekends (in-person rounding, ~2–4 hours onsite) and 1:5 overnight call (5pm–7am); stipend provided Locations: McHenry, Huntley, Woodstock, Lake Forest Essential Functions: 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.
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. AA/EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Required: Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program Acute care certification required for APRNs (inpatient experience as an NP will be considered in lieu of acute care certification) First Assist Certification for all APRNs 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 Northwestern Medicine Medical Staff Office (MSO) Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation – BLS, issued by the American Heart Association
Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) 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. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus.
New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.
Job Shift: Day Job (1st)
Minimum : $61.00
Maximum: $79.67 Compensation: USD 61 - USD 79.67 - hourly
Candidates must hold a Master's degree from an accredited nursing or Physician Assistant program and possess current Illinois licensure. Additionally, APRNs are required to have acute care certification and First Assist certification.
Market context
Illinois neurosurgery openings for Physician Assistants and Acute Care Nurse Practitioners with RNFA are typically competitive because they require advanced training, state licensure, and current BLS, with APRNs also needing acute care and first assist certification. This full-time days role may appeal to candidates seeking a specialized surgical setting with benefits such as 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, and lifecycle benefits. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your Illinois license, master’s degree, and certifications before applying.
Nurse Clinician- Oncology Full-Time Days
Cardiology Technician I - Noninvasive Cardiac Testing, Full-Time, Evenings (3pm - 11:30pm - Rotating Weekends)
Immediate Care Center Patient Flow Coordinator RN-ICC Glenview Casual Days