Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Chicago, IL

A dynamic opportunity is available for a Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner at a student health services setting in a vibrant college environment. This role focuses on providing comprehensive primary and urgent care to a diverse student population, emphasizing evidence-based interventions and preventive health. Enjoy clinical autonomy within an interdisciplinary team while working weekdays on a consistent schedule.

Key Details

• Assignment Type: Locum Tenens
• Setting: Outpatient Clinic
• Start Date: ASAP
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• Patient Population: Adult
• Location: Chicago, IL
• Stipends: Housing and travel options can be discussed for non-local candidates

Benefits

• Weekly direct deposit
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Supportive credentialing assistance
• Lodging and mileage reimbursement (if applicable)
• Flexible scheduling (optional if applicable)

Job Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary and urgent care services to students.
• Conduct thorough health histories and physical examinations.
• Diagnose medical conditions and develop treatment plans.
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications and therapies.
• Provide routine gynecologic exams and contraceptive counseling.
• Emphasize patient-centered care and timely access to services.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members.
• Educate students on diagnoses, treatment options, and preventive care.
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Nursing, certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
• Current national certification (ANCC or AANP).
• Active, unrestricted RN and NP license in New York State.
• Minimum of 3,600 clinical practice hours or approximately 2 years full-time experience.
• Prescriptive authority and DEA eligibility required.
• Must be BLS certified.

Working Hours

• Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Skills

• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills for acute, episodic, and select chronic conditions.
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities.
• Ability to practice with a high degree of clinical autonomy.
• Proficiency in electronic health recordkeeping.
• Collaborative skills for working within an interdisciplinary team.