Overview:

In accordance with professional standards of care and adhering to the corporate philosophy of OSF Medical Group (OSFMG), the Advanced Practice Nurse/Physician Assistant is responsible for:

• Perform comprehensive assessments, formulate diagnoses, and develop treatment plans for patients presenting with emergent and urgent medical conditions.
• Provide care across all areas of the Emergency Department, including fast-track, main ED, trauma bays, and observation areas as assigned.
• Participate in the initial evaluation and stabilization of trauma patients under direction of the trauma and emergency teams.
• Order and interpret diagnostic studies, prescribe medications, perform procedures, and initiate appropriate interventions within scope of practice.
• Manage high-acuity and low-acuity patients while prioritizing care in a dynamic environment.
• Document all patient encounters clearly, accurately, and in a timely manner in the electronic medical record.
• Collaborate with emergency physicians, trauma services, nursing staff, consult services, and other disciplines to ensure coordinated, safe, and efficient care.
• Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and follow-up needs.
• Support ED operations through adherence to departmental protocols, clinical pathways, and quality initiatives.
• Participate in continuing education, trauma training, and skill development to maintain competency in emergency and trauma care.
• Three 12-hour shifts per week. The shifts covered are 7am – 7pm, 7 days per week or 9am – 9pm, Monday through Friday.

Qualifications:

• Licensed to provide either advanced practice nursing services in the State of Illinois as issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation in accordance with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act OR physician assistant services as issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation in accordance with the Illinois Physician Assistant Practice Act of 1987.
• Licensed by the Federal Drug Enforcement Administration and State of Illinois for prescribing of narcotics.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support Certifications.
• One-year of Emergency Medicine experience or Fellowship training required.
• Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, hospital environment while maintaining patient-centered focus.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Total Rewards:

"Your life - our Mission"

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Benefits & Perks:

OSF HealthCare offers a comprehensive Compensation and Total Rewards Package which includes:

• Generous paid time off!

• Vacation and holiday time off to get away and recharge
• Well-being time for self-care, mission trips, or whatever makes you happy!
• Sick leave for you or to care for an ill-family member

• Continuing Medical Education (CME) time and dollars
• Health, life, dental, and retirement plans
• Paid occurrence-based malpractice
• Concierge relocation services
• Student Loan repayment counseling
• Clinical base hourly pay range for this position: $64.61-$72.87. This is an hourly position.
• Range shown should be used as an estimate and can be impacted by many factors including but not limited to the critical need of the position, overall experience and qualifications, community need, and other considerations. Additional compensation components may be applicable such as bonuses or incentives which may or may not be based on metric achievement.

The OSF Community:

• Six years in a row, OSF has been recognized on the Forbes list of Best Employers by State.
• OSF HealthCare has had APPs providing care to patients for over 40 years!
• OSF New Hire Clinician Experience for onboarding all new providers to ensure you have all the resources you need to succeed
• APP leaders throughout OSF making a difference in the care patients receive
• Empowering environment to help you grow your career

The Peoria Community:

• Peoria, the largest Illinois metropolitan area outside of Chicago, is home to a large collection of medical research, educational and clinical facilities including the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria, OSF Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing, and Jump Trading Simulation & Education Center.
• Peoria offers many residential opportunities including quiet rural areas with beautiful scenery, chic urban lofts, or residential neighborhoods full of families all within proximity to the desired facility.