Family Nurse Practitioner - Stockton, IL $95,280 - $144,976

Mercyhealth, a community-based healthcare network serving southern Wisconsin and northern Illinois, is seeking a Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner to join our team at the Mercyhealth Clinic in Stockton, 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:

• 1.0 FTE (5-day work week) with flexible day-off scheduling to support work-life balance
• Rural outpatient-only practice with a loyal, established patient panel
• Minimal on-call responsibilities
• Patient-centered scheduling averaging at least two patients per clinical hour, allowing time for relationship-based care
• Supportive, mission-driven culture where clinicians have a strong voice
• Access to system-wide resources with the flexibility of a community-based practice
• Long-term stability and the opportunity to care for generations of families

Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive outpatient primary care services to patients across the lifespan
• Conduct patient evaluations including detailed health histories and physical examinations
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic medical conditions
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the supervising physician
• Order, interpret, and follow up on diagnostic tests and lab results
• Prescribe medications and therapies in accordance with state regulations and best practices
• Promote preventive care and wellness, including screenings and immunizations
• Educate patients and families on disease management and healthy lifestyle choices
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the EMR
• Collaborate with care teams and refer patients to specialists as needed

Qualifications:

• Strong clinical skills with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered, evidence-based care
• Interest in practicing in a rural healthcare setting

Licensure/Certifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
• Current Illinois APRN license (or eligibility)
• DEA license (or ability to obtain)
• NP experience strongly preferred

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, and disability 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, local 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.

PAY RANGE:

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life & Disability Insurance

• FSA/HSA Options

• Generous, accruing paid time off

• Paid Parental and caregiver leave

• Career advancement and educational opportunities

• Tuition and certification reimbursement

• Certification Reimbursement

• Well-being Programs

• Employee Discounts

• On-Demand Pay

• Financial Education

• Annual recognition/awards events

• Partner appreciation days

• Family entertainment/attractions discount

• Community service/improvement opportunities

Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.

At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers

• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women