Job Summary
The Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant will play a key role in the Pre-Operative Clinic, specifically focusing on providing pre-operative evaluations and care. This full-time, day shift position is crucial for ensuring patients are prepared and informed before their surgical procedures, contributing to positive outcomes and enhanced patient experience.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations of patients scheduled for surgery to assess their readiness.
- Review and interpret diagnostic tests and lab results relevant to surgical procedures.
- Provide counseling and education to patients regarding their upcoming surgeries and post-operative care.
- Collaborate with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless communication and patient care.
- Document all patient interactions and clinical assessments in the electronic health record.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance clinic operations.
Qualifications
- Valid state license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant.
- Certification from a recognized national board.
- Experience in a clinical setting, particularly with surgical patients, is preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a team and manage a busy clinic 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.
