Nurse Practitioner – Rheumatology

Overview

Job Title: Nurse Practitioner - RheumatologyLocation: Chicago, Illinois and Evanston, IllinoisOrganization: Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group

Hospitals: St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital and St. Francis HospitalJob Type: Full-TimePosition Overview:

Prime Healthcare Illinois Medical Group is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) to join our growing Rheumatology team at St. Mary of Nazareth Hospital and St. Francis Hospital. This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact, autonomous role where your clinical expertise will directly improve patient outcomes in a collaborative, physician-supported environment.

Each of the locations offer a welcoming environment with modern facilities, convenient access to major highways, and a diverse patient population.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive new patient evaluations and develop evidence-based treatment plans.
• Perform joint aspirations/injections, interpret imaging, and order appropriate lab monitoring.
• Initiate and titrate DMARDs, biologics, and small-molecule therapies.
• Educate patients on disease management, lifestyle modifications, and infusion protocols.
• Collaborate with referring PCPs, orthopedists, and pain management specialists.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Nurse Practitioner license in the state of Illinois.
• Board certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
• Minimum of 1–2 years of NP experience, preferably in a Rheumatology or internal medicine setting.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and patient education skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.

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• Equal Employment Opportunity

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