What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioner, APRN, Cardio Oncology, Oak Lawn - Full Time position at Advocate Health Care?
Clinical Responsibilities
- Assess, diagnose, and manage treatment plans appropriate for patient age, acuity, and condition.
- Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic studies; prescribe pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies.
- Manage conditions using evidence-based care, cost-effectiveness, and risk-benefit analysis.
- Provide health promotion, disease prevention, and patient/family education.
- Collaborate within an interdisciplinary team; escalate care when necessary.
- Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the EMR; ensure compliant coding and billing.
- Facilitate coordinated care and clear communication among healthcare team members.
- Perform office procedures within granted privileges and competency.
- Participate in quality, safety, and performance initiatives.
- Support onboarding and education of new team members and students.
- Maintain and advance clinical skills through ongoing education.
- Meet standards for productivity, access, and quality metrics.
- Demonstrate knowledge of age-specific care principles.
- Licensure: Active RN and APRN license(s) in state(s) of practice
- Certification: National board certification in clinical practice area
- DEA Registration: Active prior to hire
- Illinois Practice: Active Illinois Controlled Substance License
- Certifications: BLS and/or ACLS (within 6 months of hire)
- Education: Master’s Degree in Nursing
- Experience: No prior experience required
- High level of clinical proficiency and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Proficiency with EMR and evolving technology.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist throughout the day.
- Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist; carry up to 40 lbs.
- Functional speech, vision, touch, and hearing.
Salary : $55 - $82