Nursing Jobs in Schererville, IN
$130,900 - $167,200 / year
oin the University of Chicago Medicine as an Advanced Practice Provider – MICU Nights The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) provides comprehensive critical care across the Medical ICU in a 24/7 rotational model. This role includes primary management of MICU patients, participation in the procedure service, oncology critical care consults, and coverage of an expanded MICU service. Our Medical ICU clinical team has expertise in the management of many Critically ill patients including: Respiratory Failure: ARDS, COPD, Asthma Shock: Septic shock, hypovolemic shock, cardiogenic shock Hepatic failure – GI bleed Renal failure and metabolic altered mental status DKA MICU Primary Team / House Staff Provide direct management of critically ill patients in the MICU Perform admissions, daily management, and coordination of care Collaborate closely with attending physicians, fellows, and multidisciplinary teams Participating in rounds, handoffs, and escalation of care Expanded MICU Coverage (6 Additional Beds) Provide continuous 24/7 coverage for an additional MICU service Function with a mix of autonomy and collaboration depending on census and acuity Ensure continuity of care across shifts with structured handoffs Procedure Service Rotate through and perform bedside procedures including lumbar puncture, PICC placement, paracentesis, and thoracentesis Maintain procedural competency and volume expectations Oncology Critical Care Consults Respond to and manage ICU-level consults for oncology patients Partner with oncology and ICU teams for escalation and co-management Schedule & Expectations Rotating day and night shifts (24/7 model) Weekends and holidays required Shared accountability for coverage across all service lines Expected flexibility based on census and operational needs Nurse Practitioner Job Summary: The Nurse Practitioner is an advanced practice nurse responsible for comprehensive direct patient care management. The Nurse Practitioner manages a caseload of patients and exercises autonomous decision making in the assessment, diagnosis, and initiation of delegated medical treatments. The scope of practice also includes family support, teaching, staff education, consultation, and research. Advanced Practice Nurse: Provide comprehensive care to patients in the Medical Intensive Care Unit or inpatient units cared for by the Medical ICU service at the University of Chicago. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, using advanced clinical skills to manage a caseload of patients. Assess, diagnose, initiate delegated medical treatments, perform independent nursing interventions, and evaluate care. Provide a model of care that is shaped by theory, expanded by science, research and reflective practice and is identified by a holistic and comprehensive approach to the patients. Nurse Practitioner - Education and Experience Requirements: Advanced degree (or equivalent, if license received prior to July 1, 2001) from an accredited school/college of nursing required. Ability to obtain Illinois advanced practice nurse (APN) license by start date required. Current license as a Registered Nurse required. AANC certification as an ACNP and/or ANP-BC required. Minimum two years of critical care clinical nursing experience with demonstrated clinical competence in patient care, teaching and management of patients with critical illness, and knowledge about clinical aspects of critical care including protocol therapy preferred. Physician Assistant Required Qualifications Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Master’s program Current and/or eligibility for State of Illinois PA licensure / registration Must have or be able to qualify for Illinois and DEA prescribing numbers Must have AGACNP certification but FNP or ANP will be considered with relevant experience as a PA or NP. Current BLS/ACLS certification Position Details Job Type/FTE: Full-Time 1.0 Shift: 40 hours - Nights Unit/Department: Medical Intensive Care Unit CBA Code: Non-Union 
$106,000 - $150,000 / year
Overview Join Affiliated Oncologists as a Nurse Practitioner! Employment Type : Full-Time In-Office Position Chicago Ridge, IL and/or Orland Park, IL AO specializes in treating a variety of cancers including lymphoma lung, breast, prostate, gynecologic, colorectal and head and neck cancers. Our physicians and staff are multi-disciplinary team of highly experienced caregivers focused on helping patients and their families receive the best care and support possible. SCOPE: Under supervision or in collaboration with practice physicians, involved in the care of individuals, families and patient groups who are dealing with cancer or other related diagnosis. This care may be in clinic or virtually, via telemedicine. Responsibilities may include duties related to prevention, screening, patient care, management, and research. May serve as direct caregiver, health care consultant, patient educator, administrator, or researcher. Ensures compliance with OSHA and other regulatory standards and requirements. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care for patients. - Initiates and documents appropriate interventions; evaluates and records patient/family response and prescribes therapies as indicated. - Performs procedures with minimal supervision. - Assesses patient/family needs and provides education. - Promotes wellness and recommends community resources to meet patient and family needs. - Often incorporates evidence-based research into clinical practice. - Solid knowledge of reimbursement procedures and documentation requirements. - Completes patient charge capture and medical record documentation in a timely fashion. - Likely to provide case management for patients and their families. - Sometimes serves as a resource for nursing staff by providing information being studied in clinical trials. - May provide palliative care for the patient and their families as needed. - May promote/provide staff education - Responsibilities may include rounding at affiliated hospitals, weekend or after-hour calls - May mentor new advanced practice providers - May precept APP students - Other duties as assigned Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited nursing school and successful completion of a Nurse Practitioner program. This position typically requires a minimum of 3 years of experience as a practicing Nurse Practitioner. Previous oncology experience strongly preferred. RN state licensure and current registration with the State Board of Nursing in practicing state required. Current state licensure as a Nurse Practitioner required. Current basic life support (BLS)/CPR certification required. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medical preparations and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment. SALARY RANGE: $106,000 - $150,000 per year BENEFITS OFFERED: Medical Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts (HRCA) Health Savings Accounts (HAS) Dental Vision Life Insurance Short-Term Disability (STD) Long-Term Disability (LTD) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Commuter Benefits 401(k) Wellness Program Applicants will be hired into the title appropriate to their credentials and years of experience. 
