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Nurse Practitioner-Inpatient Stroke Program, Part-time, NightsNorthwestern Memorial Healthcare • Winfield, IL, US
Nurse Practitioner-Inpatient Stroke Program, Part-time, Nights

Nurse Practitioner-Inpatient Stroke Program, Part-time, Nights

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare • Winfield, IL, US
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Job Description

Job Description

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 healthcare, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. At Northwestern Medicine, we pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits : from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, we take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

Job Description

The Advanced Practice Nurse reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

This Stroke APRN will provide support and coverage to the stroke service at CDH's Comprehensive Stroke Center; this will be 100% inpatient.

Schedule : 12 hour Shifts (7 : 00pm-7 : 00am) two times per week over a 7 day week schedule

  • Weekend rotations
  • Training for position will be over day time hours

Comprehensive Stroke Program information

  • The Mission of the CDH Stroke and Neurovascular Program is to reduce death and disability as a result of stroke by :
  • Providing rapid assessment and state-of-the-art treatment by a team of specially trained clinicians

  • Educating patients and families on risk reduction and recovery to improve quality of life
  • Conducting high quality scientific research to find improved treatments for stroke, increase treatment options, and to further improve patient outcomes
  • Educating and raising awareness among area providers and community residents so that effective treatment can be delivered promptly+
  • Provides care based on AHA / ASA recommendations :
  • Guidelines for the Early Management of Patients with Acute Ischemic Stroke

  • Guidelines for the Management of Spontaneous Intracerebral Hemorrhage
  • Guidelines for the Management of Aneurysmal Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
  • Guidelines for Prevention of Stroke in Patients with Stroke or Transient Ischemic Attack
  • Additional info about our stroke program :
  • NeuroICU – 12 dedicated neuroICU beds; neurocritical care team with 24 / 7 intensivist coverage

  • Neuro stepdown – 24 dedicated neuro stepdown beds
  • Dedicated rapid response team for stroke with 24 / 7 nursing coverage
  • Robust neuro interventional program with mechanical thrombectomy and other neurovascular treatment capabilities (aneurysm coiling, AVM embolization, MMA embolization) – dedicated APP coverage
  • Neuro surgery program with neurovascular surgical capabilities (aneurysm clipping, EC-IC bypass, AVM resection) – dedicated APP coverage
  • A Licensed Advanced Practice Nurse is a registered nurse (RN) and therefore, can perform all duties that are considered routine duties of a RN. In addition, a Licensed Advanced Practice Nurse holds a masters or doctoral degree in a specialized area of nursing. The Licensed Advanced Practice Nurse functions autonomously and collaborates with other health professionals to provide high quality, cost effective advanced nursing care to patients, manage health care systems and influence health care decision-making through expert clinical reasoning, research and theory-based practice.

    Responsibilities :

  • Provides direct care to assigned patients as needed which demonstrates clinical expertise and advanced knowledge.
  • Diagnoses and manages acute and chronic health problems within specialty area of practice.
  • Collaborates with physicians and other health care professionals in area of clinical expertise.
  • Consults with physicians and other professionals in areas of clinical expertise.
  • Develops educational systems and strategies for teaching patients, families and staff on topics related to area of expertise.
  • Mentors graduate nursing students in aspects of advanced nursing practice.
  • Actively participates in and / or conducts research pertinent to area of expertise.
  • Clinical :

  • Conducts comprehensive assessments of patients health status by taking health histories and performing advanced physical examinations in specialty area.
  • Provides direct clinical care to assigned patients as needed.
  • Orders and interprets laboratory and diagnostic tests to establish diagnoses and develop a comprehensive treatment plan.
  • Prescribes medications, therapies, interventions and procedures according to clinical privileges.
  • Documents in the medical record all care provided and / or procedures performed for which the Advanced Practice Nurse is responsible.
  • Collaborates with all members of the multidisciplinary team to develop and direct an individualized and comprehensive treatment plan.
  • Coordinates the discharge planning process with patients, families and all members of the multidisciplinary team.
  • Consults with other specialties and disciplines as appropriate to meet all health care needs of patients.
  • Acts as Consultant to other disciplines in specific areas of expertise.
  • Leadership / Organization :

  • Advocates for patients, families, nursing staff and other members of the healthcare community.
  • Maintains advanced certification and continuing education as required by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation and Advanced Nursing Practice Act.
  • Assumes a leadership role in professional activities and organizations.
  • Serves as a patient advocate and role models clinical practice that reflects "Patients First" philosophy.
  • Assists in the development of policies and procedures in clinical area of expertise to establish standards for nursing practice.
  • Participates in department and hospital committees and task forces to facilitate changes and develop processes to improve patient care utilizing evidenced based practice guidelines.
  • Consults with nursing and hospital leadership (management) in the identification, evaluation and problem solving of clinical system and process issues.
  • Collaborates with NM leadership teams to develop, implement and evaluate strategic plans for quality improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborates with physicians to lead changes in clinical practice.
  • Collaborates with leaders in academic, political and financial institutions to promote health care reform.
  • Serves as a consultant to the department of nursing in developing strategies for advancing nursing practice and leadership opportunities for nursing staff and APNs.
  • Education :

  • Develops and provides comprehensive teaching strategies for patients and their families.
  • Consults with patients and families regarding health care needs, health promotion, health management and disease prevention strategies.
  • Develops and participates in programs to meet educational needs of nursing staff and other healthcare professionals related to clinical area of expertise.
  • Serves as a role model and preceptor for undergraduate and graduate nursing students.
  • Provides formal and informal education to both internal and external groups pertinent to area of expertise.
  • Provides formal and informal educational programs to nursing staff graduate students and other healthcare professionals pertinent to area of expertise.
  • Collaborates with academic institutions to provide and promote clinical learning experiences and educational programs for APNs, PAs, physicians in training and all health care professionals.
  • AA / EOE. #AdvancedPracticeRegisteredNurse

    Qualifications

    Required :

  • Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois; Current license as an Advanced Practice Nurse in the State of Illinois.
  • Certification as an Advanced Practice Nurse by a national certifying body as approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation APN Board.
  • Acute care certification required for APRNs (inpatient experience as an NP will be considered in lieu of acute care certification)
  • Written collaborative agreement with a collaborating physician and once licensed may apply for a mid-level practitioner controlled substance license and DEA number.
  • Privileged and credentialed through the NMH Medical Staff Office (MSO).
  • Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation recognition (healthcare provider level).
  • Masters degree from an accredited school / college of nursing.
  • Additional Information

    Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer 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.

    Benefits

    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.

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