Position highlights
UW Health in northern Illinois is currently seeking an APP (Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with RNFA) to assist our growing endosurgery team with procedures in the OR, as well as provide follow up care in an outpatient setting at our newly renovated Villagreen View Clinic.
Located in Rockford, Ill., this provider will work closely with our surgeons and health care team to provide remarkable care to our patients.
Your clinical support includes:
- Assisting in endocrine surgical procedures as a first assist
- Conducting pre-operative and post-operative patient assessments
- Collaborating with surgeons, anesthesiologists and other health care professionals to ensure optimal patient care
- Developing and implementing patient care plans, including education on treatment and recovery
- Providing follow-up care and monitor patient progress
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date medical records
Qualifications
- Master’s degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant program
- Current licensure as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) in Illinois, or the ability to apply upon program completion.
- Certification as a First Assist (RNFA) for NPs
- Candidates with experience in endocrine surgery or related fields are preferred
- Strong clinical, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying up to date with medical advancements and evidence-based practice
Support and benefits
As a UW Health Northern Illinois Advanced Practice Provider, you will join our team of more than 120 APPs who enjoy the following support and benefits:
- Transformation nursing leadership with Magnet recognition, shared governance and professional practice models and full practice authority committee
- Professional Nurse Internship and Ambulatory Nurse Residency programs
- Highly competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive family-friendly benefits including health, dental, vision and life insurance, generous vacation and retirement program.
About the Greater Rockford area
Rockford and northern Illinois offer world-class attractions, outstanding recreation opportunities and beautiful parks — all at a cost of living significantly below those of most metropolitan areas. And for a quick visit, Chicago, Milwaukee, and Madison are each just 90 minutes away or less. The Greater Rockford area offers superb cultural, recreational and outdoor amenities along with an eclectic arts community of theater, symphony, museums and dance. With an award-winning park district, Rockford also offers unrivaled outdoor recreation, markets and ethnic festivals plus Golf Digest-ranked golf courses, endless bike trails and extensive indoor and outdoor sports centers. In addition, we have excellent private, parochial and public school options, including the Renaissance Gifted Academy with graduates ranked in the top 5% nationally.
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.
Contact information
For more information on how you can advance your career with UW Health Northern Illinois, or to submit your CV and cover letter for consideration, please contact Emily Pfau at epfau@uwhealth.org or call (779) 696-7019.