Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

At Loyola, we know you’re more than your job. We see you and all your potential. That’s why we invest in our people. Flexible scheduling, tuition reimbursement and day one benefits… at Loyola, what’s important to you, is important to us. Join our family.

• Benefits from Day One

• PTO & CME Allocation

• Competitive Shift Differentials including charge and preceptor roles

• Malpractice Insurance (Incl. Tail)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)

• Educational Stipend

• Certification reimbursement (up to 1 certification)

• Referral Rewards

The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) assists with the patient care and coordination within the Orthopaedic total joints division. The APP will support the physicians by evaluating patients, conducting histories and physicals, writing orders, interpreting laboratory and diagnostic testing, and performing patient education and assisting in the operation room. Under the supervision of the Orthopaedic total joint physician, the APP prescribes medications and adjusts dosages of medication. The APP also evaluates patients for additional treatment and with approval from the physician, obtaining consults from other services as warranted. The APP facilitates the management and evaluation of both inpatients and outpatients. The APP functions in a supportive position as an extension of the Orthopaedic Department, under the supervision of the Primary and Alternate Supervising Physicians. The APP interacts on a professional level with the medical/ surgical administrative and support staff as well as patient clients. The APP participates in daily rounds, conferences, surgical clinics, surgical procedures in the OR, inpatient care and meetings with the patient’s family when requested. Provides technical assistance and continuity of care in both scheduled and emergency procedures. Under the direct supervision of the surgeon to assist in carrying out an operation with optimal results for the patient. The APP is responsible for the coordination and administration of quality patient care in conjunction with the physicians, residents and nurses.

Position Requirements:

Multiple locations available

Minimum Education:

· Required : Master's Degree

· Preferred : N/A

· Specify Degree(s): Physician Assistant or Advanced Practice Nurse

· Residency : N/A

Minimum Experience:

· Required : 3-5 years of previous job-related experience

· Preferred : 6-10 years of previous job-related experience

Managerial Experience : N/A

Licensure/Certifications :

· Required :

o CPR – Basic Life Support

o Nursing – Current Registered Nurse License - State of Illinois

o Nursing – Nursing Practitioner License – State of Illinois

· Preferred : N/A

· Other : Specialty certification in a clinical or functional area of nursing granted by a national nursing organization is preferred

Computer Skills :

· Required : Basic Keyboarding Skills

· Preferred: EPIC

· Other : Ability to become proficient in EPIC with on-the-job training

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran