Nurse Practitioner- Emergency Services and ICU

Gateway Regional Medical Center; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Competitive compensation

Collaborative teams

Supportive leadership

Growth opportunities

Community impact

Job summary

Gateway Regional Medical Center in Granite City, IL is seeking a highly skilled Emergency Services Nurse Practitioner to join our ED/ICU team. You will assess, diagnose and treat a wide range of acute and chronic conditions alongside emergency physicians and allied staff.

The candidate will provide evidence-based care with strong clinical judgment, collaboration, and autonomy, within Illinois laws and collaborative practice agreements.

Qualifications

• MSN or DNP from an accredited program.
• Active Illinois RN and APRN licensure.
• National NP certification in applicable specialty.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• DEA registration and IL Controlled Substances license.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, histories and exams.
• Evaluate, diagnose and treat acute illnesses and injuries.
• Order and interpret labs, imaging and other tests.
• Develop treatment plans and prescribe within law and agreements.
• Perform emergency procedures within scope of practice.
• Collaborate with ED physicians, nurses and staff; document in EMR.
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, plans and discharge.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) or DNP

Illinois RN and APRN licensure

National NP certification

BLS/ACLS Certification

DEA registration & IL CS License

Job description

Nurse Practitioner (APRN) - Emergency Services and ICU

Gateway Regional Medical Center | Granite City, IL

Schedule: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Full-Time

Practice at the Top of Your License.

Every shift in the Emergency Department presents a new challenge-and a new opportunity to make a difference.

Gateway Regional Medical Center is seeking a skilled and compassionate Nurse Practitioner to join our Emergency Services team. Working alongside experienced emergency physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals, you'll assess, diagnose, and treat patients with a wide variety of acute and chronic conditions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

If you're passionate about emergency medicine, thrive under pressure, and enjoy practicing with a high level of autonomy, we'd love to have you on our team.

Why Choose Gateway Regional Medical Center?

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance View Guide
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive compensation
• Collaborative physician and advanced practice provider teams
• Supportive leadership committed to your success
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Serve a community where you can truly make a lasting impact.

What You'll Do

As an Emergency Services Nurse Practitioner, you'll provide high-quality, evidence-based care to patients with a broad range of medical conditions while collaborating with physicians and the interdisciplinary care team.

• Performing comprehensive patient assessments, medical histories, and physical examinations
• Evaluating, diagnosing, and treating acute illnesses and injuries across a wide range of patient populations
• Ordering, interpreting, and evaluating laboratory studies, diagnostic imaging, and other tests
• Developing individualized treatment plans and prescribing medications and therapies in accordance with Illinois law and collaborative practice agreements
• Performing emergency procedures within your scope of practice and responding rapidly to changing patient conditions
• Collaborating closely with emergency physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, and ancillary staff to provide exceptional patient care
• Maintaining accurate, timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Educating patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions

What We're Looking For

• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program
• Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure
• National Nurse Practitioner certification in an applicable specialty (FNP, AGACNP, or related specialty)
• Current BLS and ACLS Certification (AHA or American Red Cross)
• Current DEA registration and Illinois Controlled Substance License
• Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, high-acuity emergency care environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Why Your Work Matters

As an Emergency Services Nurse Practitioner, you'll care for patients during some of the most critical moments of their lives. Your expertise, compassion, and quick clinical decision-making help stabilize emergencies, improve outcomes, and provide reassurance to patients and families when they need it most.

At Gateway Regional Medical Center, you'll find more than a career—you'll find a collaborative team that values your expertise, supports your professional growth, and recognizes the difference you make every single day.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you're looking for an opportunity to practice advanced medicine in a fast-paced Emergency Department while working alongside an experienced team dedicated to exceptional patient care, Gateway Regional Medical Center is the place for you.

Apply today and become part of a team committed to clinical excellence, compassionate care, and improving the health of the communities we serve.