Join the Pediatric Emergency Department Team at Advocate Children`s Hospital in Oak Lawn! 

Work with an experienced team of pediatric emergency physicians, advanced practice clinicians, and nurses who take a family-centered multidisciplinary & collaborative approach to treating the patients. 
• Full time position with12-hour shifts. 
• Split pediatric ED coverage at Advocate Children`s Hospital in Park Ridge. 
• Prior Pediatric NP work experience required in the emergency department 
setting caring for the pediatric patient population. 
• The ideal candidate will have an enthusiastic approach to providing care for 
children in our busy Pediatric Emergency Department setting and 
demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent benefits and annual CME allowance.

Position Requirements:

• Masters of Nursing Degree as APRN/CNP
• 2 years RN experience preferred
• 1 year APRN~CNP experience in the relevant setting preferred
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency with an Electronic Medical Record
• National certification as a CNP from an accredited body
• Current Illinois APRN License
• Current Illinois Registered Nurse license
• Current Illinois Controlled Substance License within 6 months of hire
• Eligible for DEA registration Possession of a current DEA Registration within six months of hire and may vary based on practice site
• Current BLS Certification
• Current PALS/ACLS certification may vary based on practice site
• Travel may be required
• Ability to work varying hours and shifts to meet the needs of Advocate Health Care.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and in difficult situations
• Able to respond quickly to patient needs and work at a fast pace
• Routinely works with potentially infectious specimens and patients
• Work environment includes probability of exposure to adverse hazardous or unpleasant conditions while caring for the sick
• This position can recognize needs and behaviors of a variety of patient age groups i.e. understand child growth and development