Certified Nurse Midwife CNM - Northwest IL Opportunities - $95,000 - $145,000

Nurse PractitionerIncludes callFull-Time Physician-Supervised State

Listed compensation

$95K - $145K

The week · per this posting

Ask the employer about the work setting, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.

Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Mercyhealth has exciting full‑time Certified Nurse Midwife opportunities to join our excellent Obstetrics and Gynecology team!

Opportunity

  • Openings at our Belvidere, Rockford, & Roscoe, Illinois locations
  • Build your individual schedule & practice as an employed provider with the partnership of your collaborating physician, operational leaders, and support staff.
  • EPIC EMR
  • Vast multi-specialty referral sources
  • 501c3 non-for-profit

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Midwifery program
  • Hold an active state APRN 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
  • Retention 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!

About the Community

Rockford, the third-largest city in Illinois, has long been an industrial hub with a rich history rooted in manufacturing and innovation. Established in 1834, Rockford is known for its role in the furniture-making industry during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Over time, the city has transformed into a vibrant, modern community with a strong cultural scene, thriving arts, and a variety of outdoor activities.

Rockford is home to beautiful parks like the Anderson Japanese Gardens, one of the most authentic Japanese gardens outside of Japan, and the Rock River provides opportunities for boating and fishing. The city also hosts numerous events, including the Rockford IceHogs hockey games and the Illinois Raptor Center.

With its historical significance and diverse amenities, Rockford is a great destination for both history buffs and adventure seekers.

  • Cost of living: Rockford has a low cost of living with affordable housing and utility rates.
  • Known for: The Rock River, the Anderson Japanese Gardens, and the city’s rich history in manufacturing
  • History: Rockford, founded in 1834, has a history rooted in industrial and manufacturing growth, becoming known as the “City of Gardens.”
  • Learn more:
  • Anderson Japanese Gardens [https://andersongardens.org/]
  • Rockford History Tour [https://www.gorockford.com/]
  • Rockford: The City of Gardens [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bFqUYweYSTc]
  • Exploring Rockford's Manufacturing Heritage

[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fgVSnw029c]

  • Rock River Adventures [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spjoHJJZVvs]

Makenzie Olsen, BSHA, CPCS®

Provider Recruiter

Mercyhealth

815-971-2920

molsen@mhemail.org [molsen@fhn.org]

Pay Range

$85,280.00 - $144,976.00

Mercyhealth Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

[https://www.mercyhealthsystem.org/careers/]. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package

including:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • FSA/HSA Options
  • Generous, accruing paid time off
  • Paid Parental and caregiver leave
  • Career advancement and educational opportunities
  • Tuition and certification reimbursement
  • Certification Reimbursement
  • Well-being Programs
  • Employee Discounts
  • On-Demand Pay
  • Financial Education
  • Annual recognition/awards events
  • Partner appreciation days
  • Family entertainment/attractions discount
  • Community service/improvement opportunities

Click here [https://www.mercyhealthsystem.org/join-our-team/benefits/] for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.

At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and

culture, including:

  • #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
  • One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
  • A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women

Key Responsibilities

The role involves participating in initial patient examinations, providing comprehensive obstetrical and gynecological care including delivery, and instructing patients on diet and prenatal health practices. Responsibilities also include administering emergency measures when deviations occur, visiting patients postpartum, maintaining records, and conducting educational classes for patients and families.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient ExaminationObstetrical CareAntenatal CarePostpartum CareWell Women ExamsOffice ProceduresLabor SupportInfant DeliveryPatient InstructionRecord KeepingGroup InstructionDelegation

Obstetrics & Gynecology — Nurse Practitioner Career Context

Of the 50 active Nurse Practitioner listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 66% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

Nurse Practitioner pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$120k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $120k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks36 jobs · 22 employers

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Relocation assistance
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 3.9this job 1.5
Below most Obstetrics & Gynecology (NP) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 341 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Includes call

Living in Belvidere

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$254k≈ 2.7× annual pay
Median resident rent
$991/mo≈ 13% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.2
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Rockford, IL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois

Hospitals and Health Care
Rockford, Illinois
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Retention bonus
CME reimbursement
Licensure and membership dues reimbursed
Malpractice and tail insurance
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
403(b) matching retirement program