Gastroenterology GI Nurse Practitioner 7 On/7 Off - Freeport, IL $95,000 - $145,000
Listed compensation
$95K–$145K
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Job Description
Mercyhealth has an exciting full‑time Nurse Practitioner opportunity to join our excellent Gastroenterology team in Freeport, Illinois.
Opportunity
Build your individual practice as an employed provider with the partnership of your collaborating physician, operational leaders, and support staff.
- 7 on/7off schedule
- No call responsibility
- No weekends or evenings
EPIC EMR
- Vast multi-specialty referral sources
- 501c3 non-for-profit
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited NP 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
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
- Makenzie Olsen, BSHA, CPCS®
- Provider Recruiter
- Mercyhealth
- 815-971-2920 molsen@mhemail.org
Pay Range
$85,280.00 - $144,976.00
Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 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 Nurse Practitioner will build an individual practice in gastroenterology while collaborating with physicians and support staff. The role involves providing exceptional patient care within a 7-on/7-off schedule with no call or weekend responsibilities.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Gastroenterology GI Nurse Practitioner 7 On/7 Off - Freeport, IL $95,000 - $145,000 at Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Gastroenterology (NP) — ranked against 163 active Gastroenterology (NP) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
Gastroenterology — Nurse Practitioner Career Context
Of the 50 active Gastroenterology listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 66% have no call, 64% require no weekends.
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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