Nurse Practitioner FT

This position is located in Wauconda and is Full Time (NO CALLS OR HOLIDAY). We are looking for an NP who has strong clinical skills, is a good communicator and shows initiative. One year+ of NP experience is required. Acute care or LTC experience preferred. We require a minimum commitment of one year, but strongly desire a long term commitment with loyal and dedicated employees who can partner with us.

Responsibilities:

· works Tuesday - Saturday

· Examines, diagnoses and treats newly admitted patients and existing patients in EMR

· Collaborates and communicates with Primary Physician and facility nursing staff

· Performs comprehensive physical examinations

· Orders, interprets, and evaluates diagnostic tests

· Prescribes or recommends medications or other forms of treatment

· Collaborates and communicates with healthcare professionals, patient and family of patient

· Records physical findings in EMR/Patients Records within specific time frame

· Submits and reports all scheduling, payroll and billing in a timely manner

· Effectively communicates with colleagues and facility staff for all facility problems

· Attends bi-monthly meetings

Qualifications:

· Required education:Master’s Degree

· Required license or certification:Nurse Practitioner certification, IL APN and CS lic, DEA

· Required:1+ years of experience

· Preferred:An acute care background or LTC experience

Paragon has created a unique environment where patients and clinicians feel valued and well cared for. We pride ourselves in the support we give to our nurse practitioners, including access to a full time Chaplain, the support of our NP Caring Team, and a Management trained in Coaching each of our NP’s. We are committed to the growth and development of our employees and seek people interested in becoming part of our Paragon family, for the long term