Nurse Practitioner - River Forest

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages presenting with acute illnesses and injuries.
• Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans utilizing evidence-based medicine.
• Order, interpret, and communicate diagnostic testing including laboratory and radiology results.
• Perform procedures including: laceration repair, incision and drainage, foreign body removal, splinting, nail procedures, and injections.
• Perform DOT physicals and occupational medicine services.
• Prescribe medications and therapies within scope of practice.
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Deliver compassionate, efficient care while creating a welcoming and reassuring environment.
• Communicate clearly regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, follow-up care, and patient education.
• Support MEC's commitment to service excellence by maintaining professionalism and empathy during every patient interaction.
• Address patient concerns proactively and contribute to positive patient outcomes and satisfaction.
• Serve as a clinical resource for Medical Assistants, Radiologic Technologists, and clinic team members.
• Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Support onboarding and development of new clinical staff.
• Collaborate effectively with collaborating physicians and operational leaders.
• Support clinic goals related to patient flow, efficiency, and quality metrics.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and clinical quality programs.
• Aid in maintaining regulatory compliance, infection control, and patient safety standards.
• Adapt to varying patient volumes, staffing needs, and clinic locations as business needs require.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program.
• Active Family Nurse Practitioner license in Illinois and/or Indiana.
• Ability to treat patients across the lifespan.
• Strong clinical decision-making and procedural skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred

• Urgent Care, Emergency Medicine, Family Practice, or Occupational Medicine experience.
• Experience performing common urgent care procedures.
• DOT Certification (or willingness to obtain).

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and short-term disability plans.
• Voluntary benefits such as FSA, HSA, dependent care, commuter benefits, life insurance, critical illness, and pet insurance.
• Company-sponsored 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Paid time off and wellness benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Midwest Express Clinic is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.