Internal Medicine NP/PA

Ascension; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 120,419 - 136,370; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b)

Paid time off and holidays

Ascension-paid tuition

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide primary care and population health services in Chicago, IL. This role involves seeing an average of 10-20 patients per day in a busy Internal Medicine practice. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Nursing and a Nurse Practitioner credential from Illinois.

The position offers a range of benefits including comprehensive health coverage, financial security options, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.
• Nurse Practitioner credential from Illinois required.
• Drug Enforcement Administration credential preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary care and population health services.
• Join a busy Internal Medicine practice.
• See 10–20 patients per day.

Skills

Bilingual preferred (Spanish, Mandarin or Cantonese)

Patient care skills

Excellent communication

Education

Masters Degree of Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance Location: Chicago, IL Facility Name: Ascension Medical Group Unite Here Health Schedule: Full-time Base salary: $120,419.00-$136,370.00 per year CME Allowance: $3,000 Malpractice coverage with tail

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military‑Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer‑matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro‑rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension‑paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well‑being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Join an established, stable and well‑respected large medical group practice setting
• Provide primary care, population health, and immediate care–type services to Unite Here union members (hospitality workers and their adult dependents)
• Call structure: office call, rotated equally with the team
• Practice setting: Outpatient
• Busy Internal Medicine practice
• See 10‑20 patients per day on average
• Nice mix of patients and cases
• Pharmacy on site
• Located in downtown Chicago
• Great city location
• A lot of autonomy
• High quality service in one convenient location
• Excellent office support staff
• Bilingual preferred (Spanish, Mandarin or Cantonese)
• Board Certified Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant
• Eligible for state medical license and DEA/Controlled Substance

About The Facility

• 361 bed hospital
• Level II trauma
• Integrated referral network
• Part of Ascension, a national nonprofit Catholic health system

Why Physicians Choose Ascension

• Physician‑led, collaborative culture
• Long‑term practice stability
• National network with local autonomy
• Mission‑centered care rooted in service

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Nurse Practitioner credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Drug Enforcement Admin credentialed from the Drug Enforcement Administration preferred.
• Registered Nurse preferred.

Education

• Masters Degree of Nursing required.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.