Sleep Medicine Nurse Practitioner - Freeport, IL $95,000 - $145,000

Mercyhealth; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

CME reimbursement

Licensure dues reimbursed

Malpractice tail insurance provided

Health, dental, vision benefits

Day-one 403(b) matching

Short- and long-term disability

Paid parental and caregiver leave

Job summary

Mercyhealth in Freeport, IL, is seeking a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join our Sleep Medicine team at the Harlem Clinic. This outpatient, clinic-based role offers a 32-hour work week with flexible scheduling, no call, and no weekend, evening, or holiday shifts.

You will conduct new patient evaluations, follow-up care, and participate in reviewing and interpreting sleep studies, collaborating with physicians and staff to enhance patients' quality of life.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited NP/PA program.
• Hold an active state APRN/PA license.
• Skilled at providing exceptional care and communicating clearly as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Outpatient clinic-based care in Sleep Medicine.
• 32-hour work weeks with flexible scheduling.
• No call requirements and no weekends/evenings/holidays.
• Develop long-term relationships with patients and improve quality of life.
• Participate in new patient consultations, follow-up care, and sleep study review.

Skills

Clear communication

Team player

Education

Graduate of an accredited NP/PA program

Active state APRN/PA license

Job description

Mercyhealth has an exciting full-time Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant opportunity to join our excellent Sleep Medicine team at the Harlem Clinic in Freeport, Illinois.

Opportunity:

• Outpatient clinic-based practice
• 32-hour work weeks - create your own schedule
• No call requirements
• No weekends, evenings, or holidays
• Develop long-term relationships with patients and improve quality of life through treatment of sleep disorders
• Combination of new patient consultations, follow-up care, and a collaborative involvement in sleep study review & interpretation

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited NP/PA program
• Hold an active state APRN/PA 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!
• 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization supporting a mission-driven approach to community healthcare.
• Epic EMR

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