About this role
Overview
This position provides general medical care and treatment to patients in a clinic or hospital setting under the direction of a collaborating Physician.
Responsibilities
Internal Medicine NP – Rockford IL/Perryville Clinic
Mercyhealth, an award-winning fully integrated health care delivery organization based in southcentral Wisconsin and northern Illinois, is seeking a full-time Advanced Practice Nurse in Rockford, Illinois. This is an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of our Internal Medicine team.
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
The ideal candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills, with a passion for providing high quality personalized care to a variety of patients. The office practice is conveniently located in the Mercyhealth-Perryville Clinic.
- Mercyhealth offers more than 125 specialty and subspecialty services, provided by 900+ employed physician and 8000+ employee partners
- System-wide EPIC
- Admitting Hospital is Level I Trauma Center Mercyhealth Javon Bea - Riverside
- Accredited Comprehensive Cancer and Breast Cancer Programs
- Academic affiliation with the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford
Opportunity:
- Join a well-established practice in collaboration with experienced physicians
- Great work-life balance
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Generous vacation and CME allowance
- Comprehensive health, disability, and life insurance package
- 403b Day one matching
- Paid Parental and Care Giver Leave
Qualifications:
- Advance Practice License in IL or proof of license pending with IL Dept of Professional Regulation (IDPR); IL Controlled substance License within 12 months of hire; Current CPR certification
- Internal Medicine experience preferred
- 2 years Nurse Practitioner experience required
Community: Rockford
Rockford, the third-largest city in Illinois, has long been an industrial hub with a rich history rooted in manufacturing and innovation. Established in 1834, Rockford is known for its role in the furniture-making industry during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Over time, the city has transformed into a vibrant, modern community with a strong cultural scene, thriving arts, and a variety of outdoor activities. Rockford is home to beautiful parks like the Anderson Japanese Gardens, one of the most authentic Japanese gardens outside of Japan, and the Rock River provides opportunities for boating and fishing. The city also hosts numerous events, including the Rockford IceHogs hockey games and the Illinois Raptor Center. With its historical significance and diverse amenities, Rockford is a great destination for both history buffs and adventure seekers.
- Cost of living: Rockford has a low cost of living with affordable housing and utility rates.
- Known for: The Rock River, the Anderson Japanese Gardens, and the city’s rich history in manufacturing
- History: Rockford, founded in 1834, has a history rooted in industrial and manufacturing growth, becoming known as the “City of Gardens.”
- Learn more:
- Anderson Japanese Gardens
- Rockford History Tour
- Rockford: The City of Gardens
- Exploring Rockford's Manufacturing Heritage
- Rock River Adventures
Other facts
About Mercyhealth
At Mercyhealth, our doctors, nurses and staff are committed to making lives better for our patients and their families. They bring knowledge and innovation to ensure that our patients receive world-class health care, close to home.
As an integrated health system, we provide exceptional, coordinated health care for almost every need. Integration improves access to services, technology and treatments, and leads to better outcomes. To best serve our patients, our integration centers around four core service areas: hospital-based services, clinic-based services, post-acute and retail services (home health, hospice, pharmacies, etc.), and a wholly owned and operated insurance company.
At the heart of our organization are more than 7,000 doctors, nurses, staff and volunteers who live the Mercyhealth mission of providing exceptional health care services with a passion for making lives better. We’re committed to working together to make lives better for our patients and their families.
Our passion drives and inspires us to do our very best, and we continuously look for ways to make each life better with the utmost care and professionalism. This can be as complex as a cutting-edge procedure or as simple as a smile. Nothing is ever too small or taken for granted. Everything matters.
What you'll do
- The Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner provides general medical care and treatment to patients in a clinic or hospital setting under the direction of a collaborating physician. The role involves being an integral part of the Internal Medicine team at Mercyhealth.
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