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IL Nurse Practitioner Clinic - FT or Physician Assistant-FT

  • Full-time
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS

How this pay compares

This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open advanced practice provider jobs in Illinois post a median of $69.31 an hour, the middle half $64.84–$70.72, across 137 jobs that state their pay. Advanced practice providers employed in Illinois earn a median of $62.83 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

Advanced Practice Provider (NP/PA) – Family Medicine

Mt. Vernon & Wayne City, Illinois

Make a Difference. Build Relationships. Thrive in a Supportive Practice.

Are you a passionate Nurse Practitioner (NP) or Physician Assistant (PA) looking for an opportunity to provide meaningful, patient-centered care while enjoying work-life balance? Join our growing team and become a trusted healthcare partner for patients across Southern Illinois.

This full-time role offers the opportunity to practice independently while collaborating with an experienced healthcare team dedicated to delivering exceptional care and improving community health outcomes.

Why Join Us?

✔ Competitive Salary: $100,000 - $150,000

✔ Performance-Based Bonus Opportunity

✔ Flexible and Supportive Practice Environment

✔ Student Loan Repayment Program

✔ Career Growth & Advancement Opportunities

✔ Comprehensive Benefits Package

✔ Payactiv – Access Your Earned Wages Before Payday

Schedule & Location

  • Full-Time Position
  • Monday, Tuesday & Friday: Mt. Vernon Clinic | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday & Thursday: Wayne City Clinic | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Daytime schedule promoting excellent work-life balance

What You'll Do

As an Advanced Practice Provider, you will play a key role in delivering comprehensive primary care services, including:

  • Conducting patient assessments, physical exams, and health screenings
  • Diagnosing and treating acute and chronic medical conditions
  • Developing individualized treatment plans
  • Prescribing medications and therapies within scope of practice
  • Providing patient education and preventive health counseling
  • Collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
  • Promoting wellness and disease prevention initiatives
  • Delivering evidence-based, compassionate care focused on positive patient outcomes

Qualifications

Education

Nurse Practitioner

  • Master's or Doctoral Degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program

Physician Assistant

  • Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program

Licensure & Certifications

Nurse Practitioner

  • Current Illinois Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure
  • Current Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification

Physician Assistant

  • Current Illinois Physician Assistant license
  • PA-C certification

Required

  • Current CPR/BLS Certification

Preferred

  • ACLS Certification
  • PALS Certification

Experience

  • Previous clinical experience in family practice, primary care, urgent care, or related healthcare setting preferred
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and patient relationship-building skills

Bonus Opportunity

Eligible providers may participate in a performance-based incentive program tied to quality, productivity, and organizational goals. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process.

About Us

At Deaconess Illinois, we believe our providers are our greatest asset. We foster a culture that supports professional growth, collaboration, and personal well-being while empowering our team to make a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and join a team committed to exceptional patient care.

Explore our benefits:

Deaconess Illinois Benefits Guide

From Deaconess Health System's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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