Acute Care NP/PA, Critical Care/Intensivist

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated NP/PA to join an employed position within a busy, well-respected practice, supported by a strong referral base and the full resources of a robust health system network.

• Join an established, stable and busy Intensivist service of 8 physicians and 8 Nurse Practitioners
• Minimum commitment of 3 12 hour shifts per week nights, including one weekend.  Candidate would have the opportunity to pick up more if desired.
• Assessment and management of ICU patients, participating in multidisciplinary rounds, supporting the rapid response team when called.
• Critical care experience is required
• High acuity
• Procedural experience is a plus
• Will train with procedures
• Practice setting: Inpatient
• Excellent office support staff
• Board Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, with at least 2 years experience preferred but will consider new grads
• Eligible for state medical license and DEA/Controlled Substance registration

About the Facility

• 387 bed hospital
• Level II trauma
• 24/7 Intensivist Service
• 36 bed ICU
• Major Stroke and Referral Center
• Neurosurgery Service
• Cardiothoracic Service
• Integrated referral network
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician-led, collaborative culture
• Long-term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission-centered care rooted in service

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Credentials are verified by local staff credentialing office.
• Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.

Education:

• Master's degree of Nursing required.