Nurse Practitioner (FNP or WHNP)

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The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Womens Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) serves as a primary care provider delivering comprehensive healthcare services to patients across the lifespan. This role emphasizes wellness, disease prevention, patient education, and the delivery of high-quality, culturally responsive care. Key Responsibilities Provide and manage direct patient care, including physical examinations, evaluations, assessments, diagnoses, and treatment planning Triage patients to distinguish between urgent and non-urgent care needs Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary care teams on complex patient cases Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory testing, electrocardiograms (EKGs), and imaging studies such as X-rays Perform minor outpatient diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including IUD and Nexplanon placement/removal Prescribe medications, treatment regimens, and other therapeutic interventions in accordance with clinical guidelines and scope of practice Educate and counsel patients regarding preventive care, disease management, treatment adherence, and healthy lifestyle practices Communicate test results, follow-up recommendations, and care instructions to patients in a timely and compassionate manner Maintain accurate, timely, and high-quality clinical documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) system Participate in clinical meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and required compliance trainings Complete continuing medical education (CME) requirements necessary to maintain licensure and certifications Demonstrate flexibility and collaboration by supporting other departments and programs, including Behavioral Health and Mobile Health services, as needed Participate in limited on-call responsibilities, as assigned Provide education and training support to medical assistants and clinical staff when appropriate Perform other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from an accredited program Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Illinois Current Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure in Illinois Board certification through: ANCC or AANPCB for Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), or NCC for Womens Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Active Illinois Controlled Substance License and DEA registration Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) systems and other computer-based applications Strong organizational, critical thinking, and time management skills with the ability to prioritize effectively Ability to make sound, objective decisions while maintaining the highest level of professionalism and integrity Self-motivated and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively and respectfully with patients, families, colleagues, and community partners Preferred Qualifications Illinois Full Practice Authority (APN-FPA) authorization preferred or eligibility to obtain Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience preferred Bilingual or multilingual candidates strongly preferred (Spanish, Arabic, and/or English) Physical Demands & Working Environment Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally Ability to assist patients with mobility and transfers, as needed Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time Core Competencies Clinical Assessment and Patient Care Communication and Patient Education Cultural Competence and Compassionate Care Clinical Decision-Making and Critical Thinking Care Coordination and Collaboration Professionalism and Ethical Practice Adaptability and Community Health Engagement Benifits Up to $1500 in professional development funds Medical, Dental, Vision Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 401(K) Vacation, Sick, and Personal days CME Paid Parental Leave Life and Disability Insurance IMAN is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
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