Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. With its main campus at Loyola University Medical Center, Loyola Medicine is part of a comprehensive three-hospital system including Loyola University Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, and MacNeal Hospital.
If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional care and making a difference in the lives of our communities, join the Loyola team as an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) or Physician Assistant (PA) to provide advanced care in our Cardiovascular Department and become Loyola Strong!
What you’ll do:
The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) or Physician Assistant (PA) will provide care within the Cardiac Surgery Department. The APP assumes the management of cardiac surgery patients, functioning in an independent and collaborative role with the surgeons and other health care team members. Ensures that care delivered to patients is provided according to the mission, strategic plans and all internal/external regulations, policies, and procedures. Practices within the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation Nurse Practice Act. Supports the established care models.
Manage caseload of patients undergoing Cardiovascular and Thoracic surgery procedures including complex aortic surgery, lung and heart transplantation, ventricular assist device, and ECMO.
Exercise autonomous decision making in the assessment, diagnosis, and initiation of medical treatments.
The scope of practice includes daily management of patients in CVICU and telemetry floor, discharge planning, patient education, family education, staff education, and quality improvement projects.
Responsible for planning, organizing, and directing patient care efforts in collaboration with medical and surgical physicians and other team members
Evaluates the health status, acute episodes of illness, and health care needs of individuals through emphasis on comprehensive history, physical exam, and psychosocial assessment and accurately presents and documents in medical record.
Designs and evaluates individualized treatment plan. Consults with other members of the health care team on emergent problems for rapid disposition/resolution.
Coordinates care for optimal continuity of care across the health care continuum.
Facilitates patient/family participation in health care by identifying learning needs and providing specialized education to enhance decision making.
Exhibits professionalism by performing research, education, and leadership in clinical practice.
What we offer:
• 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
What you’ll need for this job:
Minimum Education: Required: Master’s DegreeMinimum Experience: Required: 1-3 years of previous job-related experienceCPR – Basic Life Support ACLS – Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Nursing – Current Registered Nurse License - State of Illinois (RN) Nursing – Nursing Practitioner License – State of Illinois (APN) Physician Assistant License – State of Illinois (PA)Compensation: Pay Range: $109,304 - $180,336 per year
Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.
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Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.