University of Illinois Chicago
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - Div. of Hematology/Oncology
University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) - Div. of Hematology/Oncology
Hiring Department : Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology/Oncology
Location : Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID : 1026818
Posting Close Date : October 25, 2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
Position Summary
The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides comprehensive health care for assigned patients/community as determined by scope of practice guidelines and specialty. This includes completion of a health assessment, determining diagnosis, planning and prescribing treatment within the parameters of medical staff privileges at UI Health and area of expertise. The APRN participates in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical students, residents and other health care disciplines. The APRN is required to have and maintain a faculty appointment in order to receive clinical privileges to practice at UI Health.
Duties & ResponsibilitiesManage the care of outpatients within assigned area and/or area of expertise and within parameters of medical staff privileges, and evaluate inpatient Hematology/Oncology consult patients in collaboration with UIC faculty members.Obtain relevant patient health history. Study and interpret patient tests and records.Perform physical exam and record findings.Perform various diagnostic, preventive and/or therapeutic procedures and/or order special screenings and developmental or laboratory tests to diagnose conditions; interpret results.Prescribe/order appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and develop a treatment plan.Develop an educational plan for patient/family.Assist with scheduling of patients for upcoming procedures including coordinating with other services (division, departments) and completion of necessary documentation, scheduling forms and clearance.Order appropriate consultation/referral.Determine effectiveness of treatment plan with documentation of treatment provided and patient outcomes.Reassess and modify plan with patient/family and treatment team within the parameters of medical staff privileges.Participate in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical students, residents and other healthcare disciplines by leading case conferences, serving as a preceptor and mentor.Serve as a clinical nursing instructor for assigned Acute Nurse Practitioners.Serve as a clinical instructor in the College of Nursing as a member of an academic department and participate in curriculum development and instruction.Coordinate and lead a journal club and quality or safety initiative by integrating practice and education for both students and staff.Evaluate new patient consults and established patients with hematologic and oncologic diagnoses.Provide clinical care and back-up for physicians who are caring for patients entered on clinical trials.Serve as a clinical investigator in the Section of Hematology/Oncology as a member of an academic department and participate in caring for patients on clinical trials.Recommend patients who might be eligible for clinical trial participation.Work closely with faculty, fellows, staff and research nursing personnel to advance the clinical research mission of the Section and the Cancer Center.Provide urgent evaluation of patients receiving anti-cancer therapy in the Hematology/Oncology clinic who have an adverse reaction during treatment.Provide urgent evaluation of patients presenting to the Hematology/Oncology clinic with an acute medical problem.Coordinate and complete peer-to-peer insurance approvals with attending physician.
Qualifications:
Minimum QualificationsMaster's Degree in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice required.Graduation from accredited APRN program.Current license as a Professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice.Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois required.
Preferred QualificationsLicensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Illinois required.A minimum of 2 years' experience as an RN in Internal Medicine or Hematology/Oncology.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.
To apply, visit
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Hiring Department : Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology/Oncology
Location : Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID : 1026818
Posting Close Date : October 25, 2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
Position Summary
The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides comprehensive health care for assigned patients/community as determined by scope of practice guidelines and specialty. This includes completion of a health assessment, determining diagnosis, planning and prescribing treatment within the parameters of medical staff privileges at UI Health and area of expertise. The APRN participates in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical students, residents and other health care disciplines. The APRN is required to have and maintain a faculty appointment in order to receive clinical privileges to practice at UI Health.
Duties & ResponsibilitiesManage the care of outpatients within assigned area and/or area of expertise and within parameters of medical staff privileges, and evaluate inpatient Hematology/Oncology consult patients in collaboration with UIC faculty members.Obtain relevant patient health history. Study and interpret patient tests and records.Perform physical exam and record findings.Perform various diagnostic, preventive and/or therapeutic procedures and/or order special screenings and developmental or laboratory tests to diagnose conditions; interpret results.Prescribe/order appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and develop a treatment plan.Develop an educational plan for patient/family.Assist with scheduling of patients for upcoming procedures including coordinating with other services (division, departments) and completion of necessary documentation, scheduling forms and clearance.Order appropriate consultation/referral.Determine effectiveness of treatment plan with documentation of treatment provided and patient outcomes.Reassess and modify plan with patient/family and treatment team within the parameters of medical staff privileges.Participate in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical students, residents and other healthcare disciplines by leading case conferences, serving as a preceptor and mentor.Serve as a clinical nursing instructor for assigned Acute Nurse Practitioners.Serve as a clinical instructor in the College of Nursing as a member of an academic department and participate in curriculum development and instruction.Coordinate and lead a journal club and quality or safety initiative by integrating practice and education for both students and staff.Evaluate new patient consults and established patients with hematologic and oncologic diagnoses.Provide clinical care and back-up for physicians who are caring for patients entered on clinical trials.Serve as a clinical investigator in the Section of Hematology/Oncology as a member of an academic department and participate in caring for patients on clinical trials.Recommend patients who might be eligible for clinical trial participation.Work closely with faculty, fellows, staff and research nursing personnel to advance the clinical research mission of the Section and the Cancer Center.Provide urgent evaluation of patients receiving anti-cancer therapy in the Hematology/Oncology clinic who have an adverse reaction during treatment.Provide urgent evaluation of patients presenting to the Hematology/Oncology clinic with an acute medical problem.Coordinate and complete peer-to-peer insurance approvals with attending physician.
Qualifications:
Minimum QualificationsMaster's Degree in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice required.Graduation from accredited APRN program.Current license as a Professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice.Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois required.
Preferred QualificationsLicensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Illinois required.A minimum of 2 years' experience as an RN in Internal Medicine or Hematology/Oncology.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.
To apply, visit
here#J-18808-Ljbffr