Nurse Practitioner (Pediatric Endocrinology APN)

University of Illinois at Chicago; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 97,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks a Pediatric Endocrinology APN in Peoria, IL. The APRN provides comprehensive care within scope, maintains a faculty appointment, and advances education for students and residents.

Salary ranges from $97,000 to $110,000 per year. The role includes teaching responsibilities and collaboration with clinical partners and hospitals in the Peoria region.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in Nursing required for APRN role.
• Graduation from accredited APRN program.
• Active Illinois RN license with APRN privileges.

Responsibilities

• Manage care of patients within assigned area and privileges.
• Obtain patient health history and interpret tests/records.
• Perform physical exams and document findings.
• Prescribe interventions and develop treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families about care plans.
• Coordinate scheduling and documentation for procedures.
• Refer for consultations as needed and track outcomes.
• Reassess and adjust plans with care team and family.

Skills

Pediatric endocrinology experience

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice

Graduation from accredited APRN program

Current license as a Professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice

RN license in Illinois required

Job description

Nurse Practitioner (Pediatric Endocrinology APN)

Peoria, IL, United States

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1042822

Posted on: 9/16/2026 - Application Deadline: 12/14/2026

Nurse Practitioner (Pediatric Endocrinology APN)

Hiring Department: UICOMP-Pediatrics

Location: Peoria, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1042822

Salary:$97,000 to $110,000 per year

Close Date: 12/14/2026

TheUniversity of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria (UICOMP) seeks candidates forthe position(s) of Pediatric Endocrinology APN in the Department of Pediatrics.

Aboutthe University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria
TheUniversity of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is a regional campus of oneof the largest public medical schools in the United States. We are known forhaving small class sizes and exceptional faculty mentorship. This allows UICOMPstudents to excel under a rigorous curriculum. In collaboration with ourhospitals and clinical partners, UICOMP Faculty members provide care to morethan 45,000 patients each year. In addition, they contribute to medicaleducation and training for more than 260 students, and more than 300 physicianresidents and fellows annually. UICOMP healthcare partners include JumpSimulation, a world-class leader in healthcare simulation and innovation, alongwith OSF Saint Medical Center, OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois and CarleHearth Greater Peoria. UICOMP is also part of a R1 research institute withtranslational research focusing on Alzheimer dementia and oncology.
Learnmore about how the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria is helpingto transform healthcare here: https://peoria.medicine.uic.edu/ .

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, LifeInsurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary

The Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) provides comprehensive health care for assigned patients/community as determined by scope of practice guidelines and specialty. This includes completion of a health assessment, determining diagnosis, planning and prescribing treatment within the parameters of medical staff privileges at the University of Illinois and area of expertise. The APRN participates in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical students, residents and other health care disciplines.

The APRN is required to have and maintain a faculty appointment in order to receive clinical privileges to practice at the University of Illinois.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the care of patients within assigned area and/or area of expertise and within parameters of medical staff privileges.
• Obtain relevant patient health history. Study and interpret patient tests and records.
• Perform physical exam and record findings.
• Perform various diagnostic, preventive and/or therapeutic procedures and/or order special screenings and developmental or laboratory tests to diagnose conditions; interpret results.
• Prescribe/order appropriate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions and develop a treatment plan.
• Develop an educational plan for patient/family.
• Assist with scheduling of patients for upcoming procedures including coordinating with other services (division, departments) and completion of necessary documentation, scheduling forms and clearance.
• Order appropriate consultation/referral.
• Determine effectiveness of treatment plan with documentation of treatment provided and patient outcomes.
• Reassess and modify plan with patient/family and treatment team within the parameters of medical staff privileges.
• Participates in the educational experiences of nursing students, medical students, residents and other healthcare disciplines. By being involved in case conferences, serving as a preceptor and mentor, assisting with curriculum development and instruction.
• The Advanced Practice Nurse is required to have and maintain a faculty appointment in order to receive clinical privileges to practice at the University of Illinois.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing or Doctorate of Nursing Practice required.
• Graduation from accredited APRN program.
• Current license as a Professional Registered Nurse and Advanced Practice.
• Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pediatric clinical care experience preferred

The budgeted salaryrange for the position is $97,000 to $110,000 per year.

Salary iscompetitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while alsoconsidering internal equity.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

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The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, covid sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.