[Hiring] Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant – Virtual Primary Care / Neighborhood Care Sites @American Addiction Centers

Role Description

The APRN/PA – Virtual Health functions at a medical level of care to serve patients with acute, chronic, or preventive health needs via Virtual Primary Care (VPC) and Neighborhood Care Site (NCS) programs. Clinical responsibilities include:

• Assessment, diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment delivered exclusively through virtual health modalities.
• Participation as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide safe, high-quality, cost-effective, and evidence-based care.
• Demonstration of professionalism and upholding the mission, vision, and values of Advocate Health.
• Provision of care within their scope of practice as outlined by applicable state law, licensure, regulations, and institutional policy.

Qualifications

• Active RN license and APRN/APRN-FPA/APNP or PA license in Illinois and Wisconsin, or ability to obtain prior to start.
• Active national board certification appropriate to clinical practice and populations served.
• Active DEA registration prior to hire.
• If Illinois practice: active Illinois Controlled Substance License prior to hire.
• Active BLS and/or ACLS, PALS, NRP as required by clinical practice prior to or within 6 months of hire.
• Master’s Degree in Nursing (or equivalent graduate degree for Physician Assistants).
• No experience required.

Requirements

• Demonstrated high level of clinical proficiency and excellent clinical decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently in a virtual care environment and collaboratively as part of a healthcare team.
• Ability to adapt to evolving technology and proficiency with the electronic medical record.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to establish positive relationships with patients, clinical teammates, and operational partners.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively in a fast-paced virtual setting.

Benefits

• Base compensation based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.