Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant-Surgical Oncology

Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Surgical Oncology, Full‑time, Days

The salary range for this position is $61.00–$76.25 per hour. Placement within the salary range is dependent on several 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 outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit the Benefits section at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of purpose‑driven colleagues committed to delivering world‑class care. Here, you’ll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation, leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you’ve been, and we support where you’re headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, fueling our commitment to equity and a culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support, and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a reimbursable well‑being fund, and a total rewards package that supports your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well‑being.

Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our 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 Well‑being Fund per year ($125 for part‑time)
• 401(k) matching
• 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 motivated Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to work with our Surgical Oncology team. This position will be a mix of ambulatory, inpatient, and OR coverage.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, daytime hours.

• Saturday morning call/rounding required.

Locations:

• Warrenville Cancer Center
• Delnor Cancer Center
• Central DuPage and Delnor Hospitals

• Demonstrates clinical expertise and expanded knowledge through patient care activities, which may include 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 the clinical area.
• Provides direct clinical care to patients.
• Prescribes/orders medications, 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.
• Exemplifies 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…