Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, NNP, Park Ridge - Full Time

Location: Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - 1775 Dempster St; Department: 04458 AMG Lutheran General Peds - Pediatrics: Neonatology; Status: Full time; Schedule Details: Shifts include 10 hours, 17 hours and 24 hour coverage, nights, weekends and holidays required. May require to work in NICU at Advocate Children's Hospital in Oak Lawn as needed.

Responsibilities

Fulfills billing and productivity metrics requirements where appropriate; Provides telephone care to various patients; Completes and documents accurate comprehensive, episodic history and physical assessments; Performs ordering, conducting, supervising, and interpreting diagnostic laboratory and imaging studies; Prescribes treatments and therapies; Implements primary and secondary prevention strategies and management of acute and chronic health problems; Provides clear, concise, accurate, and legible information regarding patient care; Formulates a comprehensive plan of care in collaboration with the patient and interdisciplinary team; Advises leadership in adoption of organizational change, quality improvement initiatives, best practice research and patient care best practice; Participates in peer review; Seeks experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills; Establishes an effective relationship with the interdisciplinary team and the collaborating physician; Provides education to patients, families, and significant others; Conducts, assists and/or mentors others in research; Participates in quality-improvement initiatives; Participates in multidisciplinary teams; Initiates and revises protocols or guidelines; Works to influence policy-making bodies to improve patient care

Requirements

Master's Degree or equivalent as a Nurse Practitioner; Advanced Practice Nurse licensure; Current licensure in the State of Illinois; Current Illinois Controlled Substance License within 6 months of hire; Eligible for DEA registration; Possession of a current DEA Registration within six months of hire; Current BLS Certification; Current PALS/ACLS certification may vary based on practice site; Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills; Proficiency with an Electronic Medical Record; Travel may be required; Ability to work varying hours and shifts; Ability to work under stressful conditions and in difficult situations; Able to respond quickly to patient needs and work at a fast pace; Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance

Nice to have

1 year APP experience in the relevant setting preferred

Benefits

Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program