Advanced Practice Contracted Provider FHN - General Surgery

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess patient data and performs physical examinations and preventive health measures within prescribed guidelines and instructions of Physician
• Maintain timely consult schedule.
• Provide patient and family education to assist patient and family to understand role of palliative care in current health situation.
• Order, interpret, and evaluate diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient clinical problems and health care needs if required.
• Record physical findings, and formulate plan and prognosis, based on patient condition.
• Coordinates care with Physician and other health professionals to prepare comprehensive patient care plan.
• Discusses health care plan and goals of individual patients for periodic review and evaluation by Physician.
• Refers patients to Physician for consultation or to specialized health resources for treatment.
• Assists in development of protocols.

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Graduate of an accredited masters of nursing program.
• Meets the requirements determined by the State of Wisconsin or Illinois to perform duties defined as those of a Nurse Practitioner.

• Hold valid RN license in state of practice.
• Hold valid APNP license in state of practice.
• Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days (Other certification per unit requirements: ACLS, PALS, PEARS, NRP)
• (Home Health and Post Acute Care only) Maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation with proof of vehicle insurance when requested.
• Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercy's HR-01-Fleet Safety policy.

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$85,280.00 - $

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA Options
• Generous, accruing paid time off
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Certification Reimbursement
• Well-being Programs
• Employee Discounts
• On-Demand Pay
• Financial Education
• Annual recognition/awards events
• Partner appreciation days
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
• Community service/improvement opportunities

At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee‑partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women