Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner - Hospital at Home, Part-time, Days

Salary The hourly rate for this position ranges from $61.00 to $79.67, depending on relevant work experience and other factors. Placement within the range follows internal equity guidelines and, where applicable, the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ physical, emotional, and financial well‑being. Key benefits include:

• 10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part‑time)
• 10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part‑time)
• 1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part‑time)
• 250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 part‑time)

Matching 401(k) Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage Life insurance Annual employee salary increase and incentive bonus Paid time off and holiday pay Description Northwestern Medicine has an exciting opportunity for a Physician Assistant or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner to join our Hospital at Home team. The position is inpatient and scheduled for 30 hours per week, three days from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm. Office call is required. Essential Functions Demonstrate clinical expertise and expanded knowledge through patient care activities, including diagnosis and management of a wide range of health problems. Assume responsibility for the health outcome of an assigned patient population. Consult with collaborating physicians and other health professionals in areas of clinical expertise. Develop educational systems for patients, families, and staff. Mentor graduate students in advanced practice and patient care. Actively participate in quality improvement and/or research relevant to your area of expertise. Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' health status through histories and physical examinations. Provide direct clinical care to patients. Prescribe/orders medications, therapies; order/interpreter laboratory tests, x‑rays, and procedures per clinical privileges. Evaluate patients to determine the need for further health care. Deliver comprehensive teaching to patients and families. Document all care and education in the medical record. Refer to other disciplines as appropriate. Act as a consultant to other disciplines in specialized areas. Integrate research‑based knowledge and clinical expertise in decision‑making. Maintain a professional image and advocate for patients, families, coworkers, and the community. Keep certifications and continuing education current for licensure and privileging. Serve as a patient advocate and model “Patients First.” Participate in relevant committees, task forces, and quality improvement initiatives. Provide teaching strategies for patients, families, and staff. Develop and participate in continuing education programs for staff. Precept students and deliver formal education to internal and external groups.

ADDENDUM

The APP serving in the Hospital at Home Admitting role is responsible for clinical evaluation, medical eligibility determination, and ensuring a safe, patient‑centered transition from the hospital (or ED) into the home setting. The role collaborates closely with hospitalists, consultants, case management, nursing, and the Hospital at Home team to drive efficient patient throughput while maintaining high standards of clinical quality and patient experience. This high‑impact role is ideal for clinicians who enjoy autonomy, rapid clinical decision‑making, systems‑based practice, and care model innovation. Core Responsibilities Clinical Evaluation & Admission/Transfer: assess eligibility for Hospital at Home and perform comprehensive medical screening. Assess clinical stability, acuity, and appropriateness for inpatient‑level care in the home. Perform history and physical exams with complete documentation. Enter admission orders and develop initial plans of care. Reconcile medications and coordinate durable medical equipment, diagnostics, therapies, and specialty consults prior to transfer. Patient Acquisition & Throughput: review eligibility lists, identify candidates, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to facilitate appropriate referrals. Support timely enrollment and transfer to the home setting. Maintain visibility within ED and inpatient units. Collaboration & Communication: serve as clinical liaison, collaborate with coordinators and nurses, and educate teams on eligibility criteria and program capabilities. Patient & Family Engagement: educate about the Hospital at Home model, build trust, communicate expectations and safety protocols, obtain informed consent, and address clinical questions. Quality, Safety & Compliance: ensure admissions meet CMS waiver and regulatory requirements, identify higher‑level care needs, apply standardized eligibility pathways, and participate in quality review and program improvement initiatives. Ensure accurate, timely documentation for compliance and billing. Success Will Be Measured By Appropriate and timely patient selection. Sustainable admission volume aligned with program capacity. Efficient hospital‑to‑home transfer timelines. Patient and caregiver experience scores. Qualifications Required Master’s degree from an accredited school of nursing or a certified Physician Assistant Program. Acute‑care certification required for APRNs (inpatient experience as an NP may substitute for acute‑care certification). Current license as a Registered Nurse in Illinois; for APRNs – current license as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in Illinois. Certification as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse by a national certifying body approved by the Illinois Department of Regulation APRN Board. Cardio‑Pulmonary Resuscitation – BLS issued by the American Heart Association. Privileged and credentialed through the Northwestern Medicine Medical Staff Office (MSO). Preferred Minimum of 5+ years of acute‑care experience in Hospital Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Observation Medicine, or Urgent Care. Advanced clinical reasoning, rapid clinical assessment, and ability to apply traditional hospital medical knowledge in a non‑traditional (home) setting. Comfort with autonomous decision‑making and managing moderate to high acuity medical patients. Strong risk assessment, triage skills, and operational mindset. Experience in fast‑paced, highly collaborative environments with strong interdisciplinary communication. Systems thinking and workflow optimization. Adaptability to a new care model. Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal‑opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. AA/EOE Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Background Check Northwestern Medicine conducts background checks including criminal history for new hires and internal transfers. Successful candidates will complete an authorization and disclosure form to authorize the background check in accordance with Illinois laws. Artificial Intelligence Disclosure Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. Sign‑On Bonus Eligibility Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: new graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible, depending on the job family. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital