Advanced Practice Provider (4x10s, no call or weekends)
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

By joining our team, you'll be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You'll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You'll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion. You'll play a role in something that's never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes - as we Advance Human Ability, together.

Job Description Summary
Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) consist of Physician Assistant (PAs) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs). APRNs may practice in the role of Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) or Nurse Practitioner (NP). Please refer to the Clinical Nurse Specialist job description.

The Advanced Practice Provider is responsible for providing care to both inpatients and outpatients. In collaboration with the physician, assists with the diagnosis of medical conditions, planning and implementation of interventions, as well as evaluating patient responses. Serves as a resource for staff and students on issues and strategies in the management of patients and is expected to participate in scientific clinical research and publication.

The Advanced Practice Provider consistently demonstrates support of the SRAlab statement of Mission and Philosophy by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.

The Advanced Practice Provider demonstrates SRAlab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and SRAlab Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, & Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.

APP - Our role here is unique in that we are strictly inpatient work 4 x10s with no call or weekends - I think this should be highlighted! There also is no description of the actual clinical job (day to day role) - and would be great to highlight the diagnoses/patient populations at SRAlab including SCI, TBI, stroke, neurologic, medically complex. I think this information could really spark someone's interest and prompt them to apply!

Job Description

SCOPE

All Advanced Practice Providers:

Clinical privileges for the individual advanced practice provider shall be made by the Board of Directors upon recommendation of the Executive Committee of Active Medical Staff.

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses:

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) may engage in activities that normally constitute the practice of nursing without credentialing, provided they have the preparation, knowledge and experience necessary to properly execute the practice. Medical diagnostic, therapeutic and management functions will be instituted under medical supervision using practice guidelines or protocols developed by the Institute.

Scope of practice for the nurse practitioner is subject to the definition scope as identified in Section 3 of the Illinois Nursing Act of 1987 (225 ILCS 65/3), and will be adjusted as the current practice act is amended.

Principal Responsibilities

The APP will:

• Elicit a history and physical examination, assisting the attending physician in establishing a diagnosis, implementing interventions, prescribing medications, therapies and diagnostic tests, and evaluating patient responses to therapies under the direction of a physician.
  
• Assess patients using physically and technologically derived data, including the evaluation of diagnostic test results, and document results in the patient record.
  
• Assemble a medical database that includes health history, history of chief complaint, and physical examination of selected patients, documenting the findings in the patient record.
  
• Assist physician with ordering medical consultations, therapies, and interventions including, medications, diagnostic tests, respiratory care, nutrition, and fluid and electrolyte support.
  
• Perform and document diagnostic and therapeutic procedures based on the needs of the specific patient population as determined collaboratively with the physician and as approved by the Credentialing Committee.
  
• Evaluate patient responses to disease processes and therapeutic interventions, and determine the effectiveness of care and the need to alter the plan of care.
  
• Present selected patients' assessment, diagnosis, and plan of care during medical rounds.
  
• Lead or participate in patient team conferences and family/team meetings, documenting the discussion in the patient record, and communicating the outcome to the interdisciplinary team.
  
• Provide information and support to patient and families, facilitating communication between patient and members of the health care team.
  
• Collaborate with the nurses, nursing supervisors, therapists and manager to implement and evaluate holistic patient care delivery.
  
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
  
• Works on-call shifts for the practice, as assigned and/or approved by the Medical Director.
  

In addition to the essential functions outlined above, the APP must:

• Maintain all appropriate licensure and certification.
  
• Successfully obtain and maintain level promoted APP level as appropriate of the Shirley Ryan Abilitylab APP Professional Advancement Program (APP-PAP). Please refer to APP-PAP handbook for further details.
  

Reporting Relationships

• Reports directly to the Chief Medical Officer or Medical Director.
  
• Reports to designated Physician for clinical supervision.
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Master's Degree from an approved APRN or Physician Assistant program.
  
• Certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center as a Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist or Certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants.
  
• Licensure as a registered nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in the State of Illinois or Licensure as a Physician Assistant (PA) in the State of Illinois.
  
• Professional experience that meets the minimum requirement for APP-PAP. Further experience as outlined in APP-PAP handbook.
  
• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with patients, patient families, referring parties, Institute executives and treatment team members.
  
• Ability to demonstrate sound medical knowledge and leadership.
  
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certificate preferred.
  

Working Conditions

Normal patient care environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.

Exposure to moderately adverse working conditions in performing certain patient care activities. 3. Occasional exposure to infectious diseases when working with patients.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ShirleyRyan AbilityLab is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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