Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner – Chicago Metro Area
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Job description
An established multidisciplinary healthcare practice is seeking an experienced Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner to join its growing clinical team in the Chicago Metro Area.
This practice takes a personalized, whole-person approach to healthcare, combining evidence-informed functional medicine with integrative therapies and individualized treatment plans.
The clinical team works with patients experiencing a broad range of complex and chronic health concerns, including digestive disorders, IBS, chronic fatigue, Lyme disease, joint pain, headaches, hormonal concerns, infertility, and menopausal symptoms.
The practice offers a multidisciplinary environment with services that may include IV therapy, peptide therapy, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, ozone sauna, massage therapy, and musculoskeletal care.
This opportunity is well suited for a Nurse Practitioner with a background in primary care, family practice, internal medicine, or a related clinical setting who has a genuine interest in functional and integrative medicine.
The NP will provide comprehensive patient care, perform detailed clinical assessments, order and interpret diagnostic testing, develop individualized treatment plans, manage medications and supplements, provide IV therapy, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
Job Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive patient evaluations, including medical histories and physical examinations.
Assess and manage a diverse range of patient health concerns.
Order, review, and interpret appropriate diagnostic testing and laboratory results.
Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and patient goals.
Provide ongoing follow-up and adjust treatment plans as clinically appropriate.
Functional & Integrative Medicine
Apply functional and integrative medicine principles within appropriate scope of practice.
Provide evidence-informed recommendations regarding nutrition, lifestyle, prevention, and wellness.
Manage medications and recommend supplements when clinically appropriate.
Support patients with complex and chronic health concerns.
Maintain knowledge of developments in functional and integrative medicine.
IV Therapy & Clinical Services
Order and administer IV therapy in accordance with applicable requirements.
Monitor patients receiving clinical therapies.
Respond appropriately to treatment-related concerns.
Coordinate additional clinical services with qualified healthcare professionals.
Collaboration & Care Coordination
Collaborate with other healthcare and integrative professionals.
Participate in multidisciplinary care planning.
Communicate effectively with clinical and administrative team members.
Help optimize patient outcomes through coordinated, patient-centered care.
Documentation & Compliance
Maintain accurate and timely EHR documentation.
Follow applicable federal and Illinois regulations and professional standards.
Maintain required licenses, certifications, and credentials.
Participate in continuing education and professional development.
Patient Education
Educate patients regarding nutrition, lifestyle modifications, preventive care, and wellness strategies.
Maintain a high standard of patient service.
Manage a full-time patient caseload effectively.
Contribute to a collaborative, patient-centered practice environment.
Qualifications
Current national board certification such as FNP or another applicable NP certification.
Current DEA registration.
Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
Current BLS/CPR certification.
Clinical experience in primary care, family practice, internal medicine, or a related setting.
Experience ordering and administering IV therapy.
Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills.
Strong treatment-planning abilities.
Excellent patient communication and education skills.
Proficiency with electronic health records.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Working Hours
Work Setting: On-Site
Schedule Details: Monday–Friday; specific hours to be discussed with the hiring team.
I would not invent specific hours since the requirement doesn't provide them.
Skills
Integrative Medicine
Family Practice / Primary Care
IV Therapy
Clinical Assessment
Chronic Disease Management
Patient Education