APRN-CNP-MEDICINE/Gastroenterology and Hepatology

APRN-CNP-MEDICINE/Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Hiring Department: Department of Medicine/ Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Location:  Chicago

Requisition ID: 1019238

Posting Close Date: 06/27/2023

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description:

The University of Illinois Chicago has an exciting opportunity for an APRN to work in our outpatient Gastroenterology clinic, located in the Specialty Care Bldg. The APRN will support the Gastroenterology team, be required to provide patient care and manage general Gastroenterology patients independently, under the supervision of a physician. APRN will advocate for patients, families, co-workers, the community, and the nursing profession. Integrate evidence-based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision-making. Participate in peer review and competency assessment activities, seek experiences and formal and independent learning activities to maintain and develop clinical and professional skills and knowledge. Establish an effective relationship with the entire care team. May advance the profession through presentations and publications and may lead and assist in research and evidence based practice through participant selection, coordination of the protocol(s), data.

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Nursing or Doctorate degree in Nursing required. Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Illinois required.
Staff Nursing experience in Gastroenterology and Hepatology preferred.

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