Northwestern Medicine
Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Rube Walker Blood Center - Apheresis
Northwestern Medicine, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Description
Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either a Physician Assistant or a Nurse Practitioner to work in our RWBC with a focus on patients who are receiving apheresis or hematologic procedures. RWBC is an apheresis unit and infusion suite (for blood products and IVIG). The apheresis unit performs stem cell and CAR-T cell collections, CAR-T infusions, photopheresis, and therapeutic apheresis (plasma exchange, red blood cell exchange, and leukoreduction). The advanced practice provider (APP) is responsible for inpatient and outpatient apheresis consults: this includes communicating and coordinating plan with the requesting service, obtaining history and physical exam of the patient, providing teaching for patient/family and obtaining informed consent, developing a treatment plan, and writing orders for the apheresis procedure, communicating the treatment plan with the RWBC nursing staff, and monitoring for complications related to procedure. The department is outpatient but APP will also provide apheresis consults for IPs, with a fair amount of independence. Schedule: 2x12s;
Mondays required; 2nd day is flexible Tues - Friday (7:30a-8p) rotating schedule - APPs self-schedule rotating on call schedule with a minimum of one weekend of call coverage per month. Possible holiday on-call coverage.
Current state: call involves remote coverage; the APP is not required to come in Responsibilities
The APP is responsible for daily assessment of patients in the unit that are undergoing stem cell and CAR-T cell collection to ensure they are medically suitable for collection. They also address any symptoms and medical issues that arise during the time of the collection. For patients undergoing infusion in the suite, the APP may be called to assess and treat a patient if they are having symptoms or a reaction during the infusion. The APP will also be involved in clinical trials conducted in RWBC which would include meeting with investigators and study staff to determine apheresis needs for the clinical trial, and then educating and communicating with RWBC staff the specific requirements of the clinical trial. Prescribes medications, diet, supplies according to clinical privileges. Temporary practice (license pending) does not include prescriptive authority. Orders and follows-up appropriate laboratory tests, X-rays, EKGs, and diagnostic procedures specified in clinical privileges. Evaluates patients to determine their need for further health care. Teaches and counsel patients and families in preventive care, medical conditions, plan of care, anticipated outcomes, and the use of prescribed treatments and drugs. Documents in the medical record all care provided and/or procedures performed for which the Licensed Advanced Practice Provider is responsible. Refers to other disciplines as appropriate. Directs and operates nurse-administered clinics designed to serve stable patients. Consultant to other disciplines in areas of expertise. Professional attributes include integrating research-based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision making, maintaining a professional image, advocating for patients and families, and pursuing ongoing education and leadership in the profession. Assumes a leadership role in professional activities and organizations and participates in research pertinent to their area of expertise. Qualifications Required: Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by a national certifying body as approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation APRN Board. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number OR Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program/Current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Illinois. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number Privileged and credentialed through the NMH Medical Staff Office (MSO) Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation – BLS, issued by the American Heart Association Minimum of one 1 year of experience as a PA. If a new grad NP, would be considered if worked previously as an apheresis RN, otherwise a minimum of one (1) year of experience is required as an APN. Preferred: 2 years of Hematology or Apheresis experience Equal Opportunity
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines. Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please review the Benefits section to learn more.
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Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for either a Physician Assistant or a Nurse Practitioner to work in our RWBC with a focus on patients who are receiving apheresis or hematologic procedures. RWBC is an apheresis unit and infusion suite (for blood products and IVIG). The apheresis unit performs stem cell and CAR-T cell collections, CAR-T infusions, photopheresis, and therapeutic apheresis (plasma exchange, red blood cell exchange, and leukoreduction). The advanced practice provider (APP) is responsible for inpatient and outpatient apheresis consults: this includes communicating and coordinating plan with the requesting service, obtaining history and physical exam of the patient, providing teaching for patient/family and obtaining informed consent, developing a treatment plan, and writing orders for the apheresis procedure, communicating the treatment plan with the RWBC nursing staff, and monitoring for complications related to procedure. The department is outpatient but APP will also provide apheresis consults for IPs, with a fair amount of independence. Schedule: 2x12s;
Mondays required; 2nd day is flexible Tues - Friday (7:30a-8p) rotating schedule - APPs self-schedule rotating on call schedule with a minimum of one weekend of call coverage per month. Possible holiday on-call coverage.
Current state: call involves remote coverage; the APP is not required to come in Responsibilities
The APP is responsible for daily assessment of patients in the unit that are undergoing stem cell and CAR-T cell collection to ensure they are medically suitable for collection. They also address any symptoms and medical issues that arise during the time of the collection. For patients undergoing infusion in the suite, the APP may be called to assess and treat a patient if they are having symptoms or a reaction during the infusion. The APP will also be involved in clinical trials conducted in RWBC which would include meeting with investigators and study staff to determine apheresis needs for the clinical trial, and then educating and communicating with RWBC staff the specific requirements of the clinical trial. Prescribes medications, diet, supplies according to clinical privileges. Temporary practice (license pending) does not include prescriptive authority. Orders and follows-up appropriate laboratory tests, X-rays, EKGs, and diagnostic procedures specified in clinical privileges. Evaluates patients to determine their need for further health care. Teaches and counsel patients and families in preventive care, medical conditions, plan of care, anticipated outcomes, and the use of prescribed treatments and drugs. Documents in the medical record all care provided and/or procedures performed for which the Licensed Advanced Practice Provider is responsible. Refers to other disciplines as appropriate. Directs and operates nurse-administered clinics designed to serve stable patients. Consultant to other disciplines in areas of expertise. Professional attributes include integrating research-based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision making, maintaining a professional image, advocating for patients and families, and pursuing ongoing education and leadership in the profession. Assumes a leadership role in professional activities and organizations and participates in research pertinent to their area of expertise. Qualifications Required: Master’s degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program Current license as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois. Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by a national certifying body as approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation APRN Board. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number OR Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program/Current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Illinois. Once licensed may apply for a controlled substance license and DEA number Privileged and credentialed through the NMH Medical Staff Office (MSO) Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation – BLS, issued by the American Heart Association Minimum of one 1 year of experience as a PA. If a new grad NP, would be considered if worked previously as an apheresis RN, otherwise a minimum of one (1) year of experience is required as an APN. Preferred: 2 years of Hematology or Apheresis experience Equal Opportunity
Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines. Benefits
We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please review the Benefits section to learn more.
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