Description

Mercyhealth, a community-based healthcare network serving southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois, is seeking an Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner to join our team at Mercyhealth Burchard Hills Clinic in Freeport, IL.

Mercyhealth's Mission - "Exceptional health care services with a passion for making lives better." Touching lives invigorates, inspires and drives us to do our very best, and we continuously look for ways to make each life better with the utmost care and professionalism.

Opportunity:

• Join a highly respected Internal Medicine team within a multi-specialty practice focused on adult and geriatric care
• Full-time position with a strong emphasis on work-life balance
• Compensation range: $95,280-$144,976
• Practice with clinical autonomy while supported by robust administrative and operational resources
• Focus on adult and geriatric populations, managing chronic conditions and preventive health
• Light 1:16 call schedule (telephone only)
• Collaborative team environment with experienced Internists and Nurse Practitioners
• Supportive, mission-driven culture with long-tenured providers and strong community ties

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive care to adult and geriatric patients in an outpatient setting
• Conduct detailed health histories, physical examinations, and risk assessments
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
• Develop and implement individualized treatment and care plans
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests and lab results
• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state regulations
• Coordinate care with specialists and other members of the healthcare team
• Promote preventive care, wellness, and chronic disease management
• Educate patients and families on health conditions and treatment plans
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree or Doctorate (DNP) in Nursing from an accredited institution
• Certification as a Nurse Practitioner (FNP or AGNP)
• Strong clinical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered, evidence-based care
• Interest in practicing in a community-based or rural healthcare setting

Licensure/Certifications:

• Current Illinois APRN license (or eligibility)
• DEA license (or ability to obtain)

Compensation:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available
• CME allowance with dedicated CME days
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, retirement, disability, and life insurance

Mercyhealth:

Mercyhealth is a vertically integrated health care system in southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois with approximately 800 physicians, 8,000 employees, 7 hospitals, and 80 ambulatory locations, along with pharmacies, DME, Home Health, and an insurance company. Mercyhealth combines the best of small-town medicine with access to advanced resources, creating a supportive and stable environment for providers.

Community - Northwest Illinois (Freeport Area)

Northwest Illinois offers a unique blend of Midwestern charm, history, and outdoor recreation. Freeport, a welcoming and family-friendly community, provides an excellent quality of life with a relaxed pace and strong sense of community. Residents enjoy excellent schools, parks, and a safe environment ideal for families. The area is rich in history, known for its role in national events and preserved through local museums and historical sites. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate nearby state parks offering hiking, camping, fishing, and boating. Conveniently located, the region provides easy access to larger metropolitan areas including Chicago, Milwaukee, Madison, and Rockford, allowing residents to enjoy both small-town living and big-city amenities.