Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant-Obstetrics and Gynecology; OBGYN

Overview

The salary range for this position is $61.00 - $79.67 (Hourly Rate). Placement within the salary range is dependent on factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

Northwestern Medicine offers a wide range of benefits that support physical, emotional, and financial well-being, along with protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located .org/benefits to learn more. Northwestern Medicine strives to deliver world-class care in collaboration with the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences and are committed to equity and a culture of service.

We provide opportunities for career growth through comprehensive training and development, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment. We offer flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that supports well-being across physical, mental, emotional, and financial aspects. We also offer volunteer opportunities in local communities and foster inclusive change through workforce-led resource groups. From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either a Nurse Practitioner or a Physician Assistant to work in our Obstetrics and Gynecology (OBGYN) Department. This position will support daily operations and primarily see acute/follow-up visits, as well as supporting in-basket coverage.

Monday - Friday; daytime hours.

• Lake Forest (primary location)
• Glenview
• Grayslake

• Demonstrates clinical expertise and expanded knowledge through patient care activities including diagnosis and management of a wide range of health problems.
• Responsible for health outcomes of an assigned patient population.
• Confers with collaborating physician and other health professionals in area of clinical expertise.
• Develops appropriate educational systems for patients, families and staff in areas of expertise.
• Mentors graduate students in aspects of advanced practice and patient care.
• Actively participates in quality improvement and/or research pertinent to area of expertise.

• Conducts comprehensive appraisals of patients' health status by taking health histories and performing physical examinations in clinical area.
• Provides direct clinical care to patients.
• Prescribes/orders medications and therapies; orders/interprets laboratory tests, x-rays and procedures according to clinical privileges.
• Evaluates patients to determine their need for further health care.
• Provides comprehensive teaching to patients and families.
• Documents in the medical record all care and education provided and/or procedures performed for which the licensed advanced practice provider is responsible.
• Refers to other disciplines as appropriate.
• Consults with other disciplines in areas of expertise.
• Integrates research-based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision making.
• Maintains a professional image in appearance, manner and presentation.
• Advocates for patients, families, coworkers, and the community.
• Maintains certifications and continuing education as required for licensure and privileging.
• Serves as a patient advocate and role model for "+Patients First+".
• Participates in unit/departmental/divisional or hospital committees/task forces as appropriate.
• Provides comprehensive teaching strategies for patients and their families.
• Develops and participates in programs to meet continuing education needs of staff.
• Serves as a role model and preceptor to students.
• Provides formal education to internal and external groups pertinent to area of specialty.
• Participates in quality improvement and/or research initiatives for the specific patient population as appropriate.

Required
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• Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR master's degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program
• Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois; current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in Illinois; certification as an APRN by a national certifying body as approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation APRN Board. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number OR Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program/Current license as a Physician Assistant in Illinois.
  
  Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number
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