About the role
Description Job Title: Nurse Practitioner Job Description Summary The person in this position functions in the Clinic and/or OR setting under the supervision of his/her assigned physician; may perform activities which involve an initial evaluation and treatment of the patient’s condition, as defined in the scope of the State of Illinois standards. Responsibilities
Hospital/Surgical Activities
Secures patients’ history and physical and records same in medical record
Assists surgeon with daily rounds and records such as progress notes
Ensures the delivery of required patient x-rays to the operating room prior to operative procedure
Assists the surgeon with major and minor surgical procedures in the operating room.
Positions, preps and drapes the patient, as needed
Closes surgical wounds and performs post-operative wound care, removal of K-wires, etc.
Transmits supervising surgeon’s orders and ensures co-signature by surgeon
Inserts foley catheters, prn
Applies dressings, casts, splint brace, abduction pillows, etc.
Participates in on-call activities with assigned physician according to the Medical Center policy on allied health
Performs minor surgical procedures within scope of licensure
Performs and/or assists with patient traction, adjustment, realignment and removal of traction
Dictates H&P’s, consultations and discharge summaries
Clinic Activities
Performs joint aspirations/injections
Interprets x-rays
Applies casts, splints, braces, etc. under supervision of the physician
Secures histories and physicals. Updates status of patients scheduled for recheck visits.
Removes staples, sutures, drains, etc.
Sees patients in the clinic both independently and with supervision
Dictates clinic progress notes. Orders appropriate tests and develops patient treatment plans with physician approval
Other Functions
Performs clinical research, presentations, and other academic activities, as needed with physicians
Assists in fielding/triaging physician calls
Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Requirements
Education
Master of Science in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner Program
Certifications/Licensure
Active Licensure as Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner in the State of Illinois
ACLS desirable; current CPR required
Experience
History of exhibited competence, judgment, stability and professional integrity
Technical
Skills
Able to speak/write English language fluently; knowledge of second language helpful but not required
Soft Skills
Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills
Physical Requirements
Stand or sit for extended periods of time
Occasional exposure to electrical and chemical hazards
Requires lifting associated with patient transfers (up to 50 lbs.)
Requires the ability to bend and stoop without difficulty
Involves exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Requires verbal/written communication ability in the English language
Involves exposure to weather elements and travel to all associations. Hospitals and/or HOA facilities
This description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Duties and responsibilities, experience, qualifications, skills, supervisory relationship, physical/mental demands, and environmental/ working conditions may change as needs evolve.
Base salary offers for this position may vary based on factors such as location, skills and relevant experience. We offer the following benefits to those who are benefit eligible (30+ hours a week): medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, long and short term disability, 401k program with company match and profit sharing, wellness program, health savings accounts, flexible savings accounts, ID protection plan and accident, critical illness and hospital benefits. In addition, we offer paid holidays and paid time off.
Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to recruitment and placement, promotion, training, transfer, retention, rate of pay and all other terms and conditions of employment.