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APRN - Obstetrics and Gynecology Hiring Department : UICOMP-OBGYN Location : Peoria, IL USA Requisition ID : 1027530 Posting Close Date : 11/18/2024 The University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is seeking an APRNto work inpatient and outpatient alongside our physician faculty and residents withinthe Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. The position is ideal forindividuals interested in clinical practice, teaching, including scholarship. Our goal is to attract professionals who are dedicated to providing thebest care to their patients, enriching the medical education experience of ourenthusiastic residents and students, and pursuing scholarly interests towardthe improvement of womens health. We offer the perfect balance of patientcare, teaching future physicians, scholarly pursuits, and enjoying the benefitsof a flexible work/life program. The Universityof Illinois College of Medicine Peoria offers a competitive salary, generouspaid leave, enrollment in the State University Retirement System pension, andoccurrence-based malpractice coverage. Education and career growth isencouraged with stipends and paid time off for professional development. Position Summary The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides comprehensive health care for assigned patients as determined by the scope of the practice guidelines and specialty. This includes completion of a health assessment, determining diagnosis, planning and prescribing treatment within the parameters of medical staff privileges at UICOMP and its health care partners and area of expertise. The APRN participates in the educational experience of medical students, residents and other health care disciplines. Duties & Responsibilities Manage the care of patients within assigned area and/or area of expertise and within parameters of medical staff privileges. Obtain relevant patient health history. Study and interpret patient tests and records. Perform physical exam and record findings. Perform various diagnostic, preventive and/or therapeutic procedures and/or order special screenings and developmental or laboratory tests to diagnose conditions; interpret results. Prescribe/order appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and develop a treatment plan. Develop an educational plan for patient/family. Assist with scheduling of patients for upcoming procedures including coordinating with other services (division, departments) and completion of necessary documentation, scheduling forms and clearance. Order appropriate consultation/referral. Determine effectiveness of treatment plan with documentation of treatment provided and patient outcomes. Reassess and modify plan with patient/family and treatment team within the parameters of medical staff privileges. Participates in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical students, residents and other healthcare disciplines. By being involved in case conferences, serving as a preceptor and mentor, assisting with curriculum development and instruction. Possess and maintain a faculty appointment in order to receive clinical privileges to practice at the University of Illinois Health System. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Masters Degree in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing required. Licensed as a Nurse Practitioner in the state of Illinois required. Preferred Qualifications Staff nursing experience in womens health, obstetrics and gynecology Demonstrated interest and ability to teach. We are locatedin Peoria, Illinois a central Illinois city with all the urban amenities,minus the traffic. Peoria boasts the largest park district in Illinois withdozens of miles of walking/biking paths, an airport with 11 directdestinations, a vibrant music and arts scene, minor league sports, and a lowcost of living. The Peoria metro area is home to 375,000 people and just twohours from Chicago and St. Louis. UIC isdedicated to building a culturally diverse faculty, committed to teaching andworking in a multicultural environment, and strongly encourages applicationsfrom women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities. UIC is anEqual Opportunity Employer. To apply, pleasevisit this job listing on the UIC Job Board at,, scroll towards the bottom of the page and click, Apply Now. You may beredirected to log into, or to create a new account. For fullestconsideration please apply by 10/28/2024. 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