Gastroenterology GI Nurse Practitioner - Freeport, IL $95,000 - &145,000

This Gastroenterology position at Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois is open to nurse practitioner candidates.

Nurse Practitioners are among the fastest-growing healthcare professions, with expanding scope of practice in many states and strong demand for telehealth and primary care roles.

Nationally, Gastroenterology professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $420k, with the typical range spanning $330k to $560k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois lists compensation for this nurse practitioner position at $95k to $145k annually.

This is approximately 71% below the national median for Gastroenterology professionals, which is around $420k.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in Freeport, Illinois.

Key skills and qualifications: Gastroenterology, Patient care, Clinical assessment, Electronic medical records, EPIC EMR, Collaboration, Communication, Teamwork. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Gastroenterology role.

Core responsibilities: The Nurse Practitioner will build an individual practice within the Gastroenterology team, collaborating with physicians to provide exceptional patient care. Responsibilities include utilizing the EPIC EMR system and working effectively with operational leaders and support staff.

Benefits package: Retention/Sign-on bonus, CME reimbursement, Licensure and membership dues reimbursed, Malpractice and tail insurance, Health insurance, Dental, Vision, 403(b) matching retirement. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.