Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner | Flexible Week On/Week Off Schedule - Freeport, IL...

Chicago Derm; Freeport, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

CME and licensure reimbursement

Tail insurance provided

Day-one 403(b) matching retirement

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Freeport, IL is seeking a Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner to build an independent practice as an employed provider with physician collaboration and supportive leadership.

You will have flexibility in scheduling, no call, no weekends or evenings, and EPIC EMR integration to streamline patient care. Mercyhealth offers a broad benefits package and a clear pathway to partnership.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited NP program.
• Active state APRN license is required.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide GI patient care as a Nurse Practitioner.
• Collaborate with physician and staff to coordinate patient plans.
• Build an independent GI practice within Mercyhealth's network.

Skills

Exceptional care

Clear communication

Team player

Education

Active state APRN license

Graduate of accredited NP program

Job description

(on-site)

Job Type: Full-Time

Salary: $95,000 - $145,000

Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner

Opportunity

• Build your individual practice as an employed provider with the partnership of your collaborating physician, operational leaders, and support staff.
• Flexibility! Build your ideal schedule (e.g. week on/week off)
• No call responsibility
• No weekends or evenings
• EPIC EMR
• Vast multi-specialty referral sources
• 501c3 non-for-profit

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited NP program
• Hold an active state APRN license
• Skilled at providing exceptional care
• The ability to communicate clearly and work as a member of a team

Compensation and Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation: $95,000 - $145,000
• Sign-on bonus!
• CME, licensure, membership, and medical association dues reimbursed
• Malpractice and tail insurance provided
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, etc.
• Day-one 403(b) matching retirement program
• Short- and long-term disability
• Paid parental and caregiver leave
• Strategic partnership with the provider liaisons

About Mercyhealth

• Regional health system with 7 hospitals, 100+ primary and specialty care centers in more than 90 communities throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.
• Over 950+ partnered providers and 8,250+ professionals dedicated to compassionate, quality care.
• With over 125 specialty and sub-specialty services, including adult critical care, neonatal intensive care, neurosurgery, heart and vascular care together with WATCHMAN and TAVR, a cancer institute, plastic and reconstructive surgery, robotic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and much more!

About the Community

Freeport, Illinois offers a unique blend of Midwestern charm, history, and outdoor recreation. It is a welcoming and family-friendly community, providing 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, fishing, kayaking, and camping. 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.

• Cost of Living: Lower than the national average. Housing is notably affordable, making the community attractive for both homeowners and renters.
• Known For: Nicknamed "Pretzel City, USA" for its German roots and pretzel-making tradition.
• History: Site of the Lincoln‑Douglas debates, a defining moment in American political history. Founded on the idea of offering "free port" services to travelers
• Learn More:
• Greater Freeport Partnership
• Freeport Park District
• Krape Park
• Stephenson County Fair

Contact

• Makenzie Olsen, BSHA, CPCS®
• Provider Recruiter
• Mercyhealth
• 815-971-2920
• [e-mail]