Registered Nurse (RN) - Orthopedics
Saint Anthony Hospital
Chicago, IL
days
Sign-On Bonus

Advanced Practice Nurse - Ortho Clinic

Essential Duties and Responsibilities#include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Close collaboration with existing team (Physician, PA, and Administrative Assistants.) Assist the physician in clinic and operating room settings. Assess patient health status including state of wellness and compliance with care plan, and determines appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Utilize practice technology including, but not limited to, electronic health record, dictation, and outcomes tools to their full capability to ensure excellent patient care. Responsible for providing medical care as delegated by physician. Educate patients and families as appropriate and provides continuity of care. Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal. Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, suturing and wound care, and managing infection. Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care. Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance. Requirements: BA/BS, MS preferred; graduate of AMA accredited PA program. Current Illinois PA license or willing to apply. Certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants Current CPR Certification Our employees make the difference in our patients# lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we#re all about. Equal Opportunity Employer Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Close collaboration with existing team (Physician, PA, and Administrative Assistants.) * Assist the physician in clinic and operating room settings. * Assess patient health status including state of wellness and compliance with care plan, and determines appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. * Utilize practice technology including, but not limited to, electronic health record, dictation, and outcomes tools to their full capability to ensure excellent patient care. * Responsible for providing medical care as delegated by physician. * Educate patients and families as appropriate and provides continuity of care. * Examines patient, performs comprehensive physical examination, and compiles patient medical data, including health history and results of physical examination. * Administers or orders diagnostic tests, such as x-ray, electrocardiogram, and laboratory tests, and interprets test results for deviations from normal. * Performs therapeutic procedures such as injections, suturing and wound care, and managing infection. * Develops and implements patient management plans, records progress notes, and assists in provision of continuity of care. * Instructs and counsels patients regarding compliance with prescribed therapeutic regimens, normal growth and development, family planning, emotional problems of daily living, and health maintenance. Requirements: * BA/BS, MS preferred; graduate of AMA accredited PA program. * Current Illinois PA license or willing to apply. * Certified by National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants * Current CPR Certification Our employees make the difference in our patients' lives, and we value their contributions. Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package and an opportunity to grow and develop your career with an industry leader. Come see what we're all about. Equal Opportunity Employer