What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Practice Nurse position at Midwest Cardiovascular Institute?
General Nature of Duties
Under the guidance of collaborating physicians, the Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) independently assesses, diagnoses, plans, and manages patient care within the scope of Illinois State Board of Nursing regulations, the collaborative practice agreement, and applicable professional standards.
Key Responsibilities
Company Benefits:
Under the guidance of collaborating physicians, the Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) independently assesses, diagnoses, plans, and manages patient care within the scope of Illinois State Board of Nursing regulations, the collaborative practice agreement, and applicable professional standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide patient care using established standards, practice protocols, and clinical guidelines.
- Perform comprehensive histories, physical exams, daily progress notes, discharge/transfer summaries.
- Order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests; formulate diagnoses and treatment plans.
- Prescribe pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic therapies within scope.
- Monitor patient response, modify care plans, and provide patient/family education.
- Round daily on assigned patients and collaborate with physicians and the care team.
- Assist with procedures, emergency interventions, and specialty care (heart failure, infusion center, outpatient clinics, etc.).
- Document patient encounters using the S.O.A.P. format; complete all records accurately and timely.
- Coordinate referrals, interdisciplinary communication, and patient advocacy.
- Participate in research, quality improvement, continuing education, and professional development activities.
- Precept students/new staff and support clinic operations as needed.
- Maintain BLS/ACLS and required clinical competencies.
Company Benefits:
- Choice of three health insurance plans
- Dental insurance coverage
- Vision insurance coverage
- 401(k) with company match and profit-sharing plan
- Company-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Company-paid life insurance for you and your family
- Access to company-provided training and educational resources
- Eligibility for annual merit-based performance increases
- Accrued General Purpose Time (GPT)
- Eight company-paid holidays
- Special company events, including Christmas parties, Family Day, employee engagement activities, and Spirit Days
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all employees and their dependents.
Salary : $110,000