Job Summary
The Advanced Practice Provider plays a crucial role in delivering high-quality patient care within the pre-operative department. This position involves conducting detailed health assessments, performing physical evaluations, and overseeing patient management to ensure optimal outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive health appraisals of patients.
- Perform thorough physical examinations.
- Manage all aspects of patient care in the pre-op setting.
- Prescribe medications as required for patient treatment.
- Order necessary diagnostic tests to aid in patient evaluations.
- Provide education to patients regarding their health and treatment plans.
- Collaborate effectively with the healthcare team, including physicians and nurses, to enhance patient care.
Qualifications
- A Master’s degree from a recognized nursing or Physician Assistant program is mandatory.
- Current licensure in the state of Illinois is required.
- APRNs must possess acute care certification.
- Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria for credentialing through the Northwestern Medicine Medical Staff Office.
Northwestern Memorial Healthcare 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.
