Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Accounts Receivable, Administrative Skills, Basic Life Support (BLS), Behavioral Health, Clinical Laboratory, Clinical Nursing, Clinical Training, Communication Skills, Diversity, Health Education, Healthcare, Healthcare Quality, Identify Issues, Medical Conditions, Nurse Practitioner, Nursing, Nursing Credentials, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient History, Primary Care, Public Health, QoS (Quality of Service), Quality of Care, Registered Nurse (RN), Stewardship, Training/Teaching, Transformational Communications Architecture (TCA), Treatment Evaluation, Treatment Plan, United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
Job Title: APRN
Pay Range: $37-57 per hour
Department: Clinical
About TCA Health
TCA Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center located on Chicagos far south side, has been a provider of innovative, accessible, and quality primary care, dental, behavioral health services, and more to Chicagos underserved communities for over 50 years.
The culture at TCA Health is one of service and commitment. Our team of dedicated professionals is the reason why TCA Health continues to be one of Chicagos leading Federally Qualified Healthcare Centers.
TCA VALUES
TCA C.A.R.E.S.
- Compassion: We are kind, considerate, and caring.
- Accountability: We take ownership for each persons experiences.
- Respect: We treat each person with dignity.
- Excellence: We seek the highest level of performance in all we do.
- Stewardship: We strive for racial and health equity, diversity, and inclusion by delivering quality health care and access for all.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Nurse Practitioner supports physicians and patients by providing advanced nursing care to patients presenting with uncomplicated/acute clinical problems. The NP provides operational assistance to assure quality of care and service in a cost-effective manner which is consistent with the Illinois Nurse Practice Act and the organizational practice guidelines. Full-time and part-time option available.
Nurse Practitioner Responsibilities
- Demonstrates clinical expertise and expanded knowledge through patient care activities.
- Documents patient history and performs physical examinations on patients presenting with routine, uncomplicated, and acute medical/surgical conditions to establish baseline health profile.
- Performs and/or assists in the administration of routine diagnostic/laboratory studies, clinical, and therapeutic procedures.
- Develops presumptive nursing diagnoses and implements treatment plans based on advanced nursing assessment/problem identification consistent with established practice guidelines.
- Documents assessments of the patients health and illness status.
- Evaluates patient responses to treatment plans and redirects patient care based on findings.
- Assesses patient clinical/health education needs. Provides education regarding health matters using clear and compassionate communication and ensures patient understanding. Refers patients to clinical/health education classes for further services as necessary.
- Provide telecare to assigned patients as necessary.
- Regularly participate in Clinical Department TCA Health Staff and other meetings as assigned.
Qualifications
- Active Illinois License in good standing (RN, APRN, Control, Sub).
- Completion of an accredited School of Nursing program.
- Masters degree as a clinical nurse specialist.
- Active DEA Registration.
- Current BLS certification.
- Previous experience in a public health setting preferred.
Benefits
At TCA Health, we believe that you, our Employees, are our most important asset. Helping you and your family achieve and maintain good health-physical, emotional, and financial-is the reason TCA Health offers a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.
In addition to the benefits listed below, providers may be eligible for continuing medical education reimbursement, paid CME days, malpractice insurance, and NHSC Student Loan Repayment.
- Medical Insurance: 4 plan options
- Dental Insurance: 2 plan options
- Vision
- LTD (company paid)
- Life AD&D (company paid)
- 401k with employer match
- PTO
- Paid Holidays
- Other voluntary benefits available through Aflac with payroll deduction
- And More...
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. without sponsorship.