Job Summary
The position of Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Cancer Pain Specialist is centered in Chicago, Illinois, within a full-time, daytime schedule. The role focuses on providing exceptional care for patients dealing with cancer-related pain, ensuring their comfort and management throughout their treatment journey.
Responsibilities
- Perform thorough assessments and evaluations of patients experiencing cancer pain.
- Prescribe and order necessary medications and therapies to address pain management.
- Utilize laboratory tests, x-rays, and various procedures for diagnostic purposes.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
Qualifications
- Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois.
- Advanced practice credentials as either a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant.
- Experience or specialized training in pain management, particularly related to cancer care.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work within a collaborative healthcare environment.
Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
