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Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, APP, Neurosurgery, Chicago - PRN

Advocate Health · Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 16, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Behavioral

Tell me about a time you had to assist in the OR as a first assist. What was your role and how did you prepare?

actual first-assist experience versus just having the RNFA credential on paper

Describe a time you had to explain a difficult diagnosis or prognosis to a patient or family after a neurological event.

communication skill and bedside manner in a high-stakes, emotionally charged specialty

Tell me about a time you disagreed with a physician's treatment plan for a shared patient. How did you handle it?

how the candidate collaborates and asserts clinical judgment within a physician-led team

Tell me about a time you had to give clinical guidance to nursing staff on a complex or unfamiliar case.

leadership and clarity when directing bedside care as the advanced practice provider

Technical

Walk me through how you'd manage a hyperacute stroke consult from the moment the page comes in.

whether the candidate knows time-sensitive stroke protocols and can move fast under pressure

Tell me about your experience with ACNP-level acute care management, specifically in a neuro or critical care inpatient setting.

depth of acute care expertise required for the certification, not just certification status

How do you approach pre-op planning for a neurointerventional procedure, and what do you look for in the diagnostic imaging beforehand?

working knowledge of neurovascular workup and collaboration with interventionalists

What has your experience been with discharge planning and care coordination for neurosurgical patients moving to rehab or home?

understanding of the full care continuum, not just acute management

What neuro-specific skills or procedures are you comfortable performing independently right now, and where would you want more supervision or training?

honest self-assessment of competency gaps given that neuro experience is only preferred, not required

Situational

A post-op craniotomy patient on your rounds suddenly has a change in mental status. What do you do first, and who do you call?

clinical judgment and escalation instincts in a neurosurgical emergency

How do you prioritize when you're covering both general neurosurgery and neurovascular consults at the same time and both services page you at once?

ability to triage competing urgent demands solo, since PRN coverage often means working without backup nearby

You're on your one clinic day a week and get called to the ER for a hospital consult. How do you handle the conflict?

practical judgment about balancing clinic responsibilities against acute hospital needs

Since this is a PRN role with a minimum of two shifts a month, how do you keep your clinical skills and situational awareness sharp between shifts?

realistic self-assessment of readiness for intermittent high-acuity coverage

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The full job description

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Department: 02405 AMG Chicago N Halsted - Surgery: Neurosurgery Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hou rs Per Week: 0 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday-Friday as dictated by clinic and OR schedule Minimum of 2 shifts per month required to remain PRN status Pay Range: $54.90 - $82.35 Join Advocate Health’s growing Neurosurgery team at Illinois Masonic Medical Center in Chicago. This unique role offers the chance to support both the general neurosurgery and neurovascular care teams. Collaborate with top neurosurgeons and neurointerventional specialists to advance growing programs. What You’ll Do • Respond to inpatient consults for the general and neurovascular services and respond to hyperacute strokes. • Perform daily rounds, progress notes, and patient assessments. • Prepare patients for neurosurgical and neurointerventional procedures (pre- and post-op). • Manage ER and hospital consults; one clinic day per week. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary general and neurovascular teams. Why Advocate Health • Clinician-led medical group with APCs in leadership roles. • Structured onboarding and CME flexibility. • Fully integrated continuum of care. • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. • Opportunities across urban, suburban, and rural settings. Major Responsibilities • Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute, critical, and chronic neurological conditions in an inpatient setting. • Obtain histories, perform physical exams, and develop differential diagnoses. • Prescribe medications, therapies, and treatments as appropriate. • Interpret diagnostic studies and collaborate with physicians on treatment plans. • Provide patient education on disease management, preventive health, and recovery. • Coordinate care across multiple services, including pre-op planning and discharge. • Document care plans and maintain records per established standards. • Offer clinical guidance to nursing staff and ensure continuity of care. Qualifications: PA-C or NP (ANCC/AANP), DEA, BLS (may obtain within 6 months). For Nurse Practitioner candidates, both Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) certification and Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) certification are required. Experience: Neuro experience preferred. Physical & Working Conditions • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the day. • Exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards; PPE required. • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and assist with patient transfers. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as 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 Benefits and more • 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 Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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