Position Summary
The Department
of Emergency Medicine at the University of Illinois at Chicago is seeking a
full time Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN). The APRN will work at our OSF Little Company of Mary site where we are looking to complete an already
excellent group of APPs and physicians working together. The hospital is
located in Evergreen Park on the south side of Chicago,addressing the needs of
an underserved population. The Emergency Department is newly renovated
and also serves as a core site for the UIC Emergency Medicine Residency.
The APRN will work at our OSF Little Company of Mary site providing patient care within scope of practice.
Flexibility for day and evening shift work in Emergency Department.
Duties & Responsibilities
Manage the care of patients within assigned area and/or area of expertise and within parameters of medical staff privileges.
Obtain relevant patient health history. Study and interpret patient tests and records.
Perform physical exam and record findings.
Perform various diagnostic, preventive and/or therapeutic procedures and/or order special screenings and developmental or laboratory tests to diagnose conditions; interpret results.
Prescribe/order appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and develop a treatment plan.
Develop an educational plan for patient/family.
Assist with scheduling of patients for upcoming procedures including coordinating with other services (division, departments) and completion of necessary documentation, scheduling forms and clearance.
Order appropriate consultation/referral.
Determine effectiveness of treatment plan with documentation of treatment provided and patient outcomes.
Reassess and modify plan with patient/family and treatment team within the parameters of medical staff privileges.
Participates in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical students, residents and other healthcare disciplines. By being involved in case conferences, serving as a preceptor and mentor, assisting with curriculum development and instruction. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.