APN - NURSE PRACTITIONER - ACHN - VARIOUS LOCATIONS

Job Details Title: APN – Nurse Practitioner – ACHN – Various Locations (00138483). Full-time. Shift: 8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. Salary commensurate with experience. Posting date: May 4, 2026. Closing date: May 19, 2026. Job Summary The Advanced Practice Nurse – Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an independent advanced practice nurse by license and training. The NP will provide direct patient care in collaboration with a Physician. The NP will see patients from infants to adults inclusive of obstetrics and gynecology. NPs support the ambulatory practice enterprise by performing in the following manner: Direct Care: The NP provides ongoing primary care to a defined panel of adults, pediatrics, and women’s health patients in collaboration with a Physician. Participants in Patient Centered Medicine Home — team-based model of care. Preventative Services: The NP participates in facilitating health maintenance and wellness through preventative screening and education as directed by clinic Physicians. Patient Education: The NP updates and upgrades patient education materials as directed and facilitates patient education sessions for patients with common conditions. Quality Improvement: The NP focuses on improving an outpatient HEDIS metric, which may include conducting a patient self‑management class. Tracking: The NP tracks, monitors, and addresses abnormal diagnostic test and critical lab results. Other Duties: As assigned. Typical Duties Provides independent care for a population of patients as delineated in the collaborative agreement. Interviews patient to obtain a comprehensive health history. Performs physical, psychosocial, spiritual and cultural assessment. Orders, performs, interprets, and implements appropriate action for laboratory or other diagnostic tests. Performs clinical procedures as delegated. Prescribes medication, diet supplies and other health aids as described in the collaborative agreement. Obtains informed consent for all approved procedures performed. Provides ongoing care and management of health problems, maintenance prevention. Provides patient/family education. Documents all care provided and/or procedures performed in the medical record. Collaborates with the health care team to provide quality care. Consults with physician on questionable cases or as designated in the collaborative agreement. Requests appropriate referrals and consultations. Consults with physician or pharmacist regarding prescribing the medication regime. Participates in the interdisciplinary patient care conferences. Establishes and maintains effective communication. Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care. Assists in the development of patient education material. Participates in quality improvement initiatives. Contributes to the body of knowledge by active involvement in research activities. Integrates research findings into specialty practice and teaching. Participates in or coordinates research projects and quality initiatives. Promotes understanding of research projects and/or findings for nursing staff and peers. Promotes lifelong learning and leadership. Participates in academic programs. Participates in interdisciplinary staff development. Serves as a preceptor to new staff and Nurse Practitioner students. Maintains professional development within the advanced practice role. Participates in committees/task forces. Utilizes resources in an efficient manner. Travels to CCH work sites to provide patient care. Minimum Qualifications Licensed as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Illinois. Licensed as an Advanced Practice Nurse – Nurse Practitioner in the State of Illinois or the ability to obtain prior to starting employment. Master’s degree or higher in Nursing from an accredited college or university ( Must provide official transcripts at time of interview ). Current DEA license or the ability to obtain license within six (6) months of hire ( Must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained ). Current Illinois Controlled Substance License or the ability to obtain license within six (6) months of hire ( Must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained ). One (1) year of experience as a Primary Care Provider delivering primary care or completion of a Cook County Health Residency Program prior to starting employment. Must be able to travel to CCH work sites to provide patient care. Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association ( Must provide proof at time of interview if already obtained ). Preferred Qualifications Two (2) years of experience as a Primary Care Provider delivering primary care. Completion of a one (1) year APRN fellowship in the same discipline. Valid Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics Knowledge of electronic medical record database. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access). Excellent verbal and written communication skills to work with all levels of individuals internally and externally. Demonstrate communication skills to lead and teach. Ability to work with patients and co‑workers of diverse backgrounds. Strong customer service and empathy skills. Demonstrates good computer and typing skills. Demonstrate good phone and email etiquette skills with strong response times. Demonstrate analytical and organizational, problem‑solving, critical thinking, and conflict resolution skills. Ability to effectively communicate while maintaining HIPAA for Protected Health Information (PHI). Ability to interpret complex organizational systems. Ability to prioritize, plan, and organize projects and tasks. Ability to see and hear clearly (including with correction). Ability to tolerate exposure to unpleasant noise, odor and temperature. Ability to work flexible hours, and may include evenings and/or weekends according to the needs of the clinic. Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy, and precision. Demonstrate physical, mental and muscular coordination. This position requires various types of physical exertion with the use of hands, legs, and fingers including but not limited to lifting, pushing, pulling, prolonged standing/walking, operating any equipment and other devices or moving light to moderate weight. Veteran Preference Preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service. To receive Veteran Preference a Veteran must meet the minimum qualifications, identify themselves as a Veteran on the employment application, and attach a copy of: DD‑214, DD‑215 or NGB 22 with Honorable Discharge Status. or a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License that identifies the holder as a Veteran. Veterans must provide the applicable discharge papers or state ID card or driver’s license at the time of interview. Benefits Package Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage. Basic Term Life Insurance. Pension Plan and Deferred Compensation Program. Employee Assistance Program. Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time. 100% Tuition Reimbursement for nursing‑related programs. Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, licensure/certifications, a physical and pre‑employment drug screen, and completion of required documents. Degrees awarded outside the United States (excluding U.S. territories and Canada) must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service such as NACES or AICE. Original credentialing documents must be presented at the time of interview. #J-18808-Ljbffr