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Rush University Medical Center

Nephrology Advanced Practice Provider

Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Nephrology Advanced Practice Provider — Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL. Rush University Medical Center, a nationally recognized academic medical center, is seeking a full-time Nephrology Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to join our Division of Nephrology. Department/division specifics: Join a supportive nephrology team that currently includes 3 physicians with expertise across the full spectrum of kidney disease. Provide care in diverse nephrology settings, including office practice, hospital (including our specialty hospital), and outpatient dialysis units. Duties & Responsibilities

Responsible for comprehensive patient care, including assessment, treatment planning/implementation, and education of patients and their families with chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease. Monday-Friday, eight-hour schedule; no on call coverage required. Offering competitive salary and benefits package. Qualifications

APRN candidates must hold Acute Care Certification (required). Prior APP experience in Nephrology strongly preferred; relevant RN experience may also be considered. Strong interest in chronic kidney disease and dialysis patient populations. The Advanced Practice Provider (APP) is a licensed physician assistant (PA) or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) who functions as a member of the health care team to provide high quality, comprehensive medical/surgical care of Rush patients within the scope of practice granted in accordance with the Rush University Medical Center medical staff bylaws. The APP will promote collaboration between multiple disciplines to ensure cost effective and quality patient care. The individual who holds this position will exemplify the Rush mission, vision and values and act in accordance with the policies, procedures, guidelines of Rush, including the Rush Medical Group Customer Service standards. Successful candidates will also meet all other state and federal regulatory practice and accreditation standards. Rush has over 400 APPs across the enterprise that provide comprehensive patient care each day autonomously and in collaboration with other members of the health care team. With a Director of Advanced Practice and 34 Lead APPs across the system, Rush’s vision is to have every APP practicing at full scope and top of license. APPs at Rush are highly competent, well-respected members of the healthcare team that contribute to the excellent quality care that Rush patients receive each day. About Rush University System for Health

Rush University System for Health is an academic health system whose mission is to improve the health of the individuals and the diverse communities it serves through the integration of patient care, education, research and community partnerships. The Rush system includes Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Copley Medical Center and Rush Oak Park Hospital, as well as outpatient care facilities. Rush University comprises Rush Medical College, the College of Nursing, and the College of Health Sciences. Rush is committed to health equity and serving diverse communities. We strive to recruit and retain exceptional staff and faculty to execute our mission. Position Requirements

Nurse Practitioner: Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Registered Professional Nurse and Advanced Practice Nurse Master of Science in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice with clinical specialty appropriate to the position Current certification by ANCC or AANP Maintains State of Illinois and Federal DEA license Must maintain Rush University Medical Center (RUMC), Rush Oak Park Hospital (ROPH), and Rush Copley Medical Center (RCMC) clinical privileges, as applicable CPR, ACLS and PALS certifications Excellent communicator Experience treating patients of all ages Physician Assistant: Current licensure from the State of Illinois as a Physician Assistant/Associate Successful completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program Current certification from NCCPA Must maintain Rush University Medical Center (RUMC), Rush Oak Park Hospital (ROPH), and Rush Copley Medical Center (RCMC) clinical privileges, as applicable Excellent communicator Experience treating patients of all ages Rush offers competitive total compensation that includes base pay, benefits, and other incentive programs for our employees. The total pay range shown reflects the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. This total pay range is for a full-time, 1.0 FTE employee, and includes any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role. Additional compensation may include sign-on bonuses and relocation allowances. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package. Pay Range: $118,670 - $167,000 Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits. Learn more at our Rush benefits page. Join Rush and become part of one of the nation’s best healthcare systems. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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