Nurse Practitioner - Chicago Northwest Side

Midwest Express Clinic•Chicago, IL

1d•$125,000 - $130,000•Hybrid

About The Position

At Midwest Express Clinic (MEC), we're redefining urgent and primary care by delivering convenient, high-quality healthcare with heart. As one of the Midwest's fastest-growing healthcare organizations, we serve patients across Illinois and Indiana through a rapidly expanding network of clinics committed to exceptional patient experiences and clinical excellence. We are seeking compassionate, patient-focused Family Nurse Practitioners who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering outstanding care while helping drive clinic success. This posting covers openings at our Dunning, Belmont Cragin, Portage Park locations. We'll work with you during the interview process to find the best fit. Our culture is grounded in PACT: 💙 Positive 💪 Accountable 🫶 Compassionate 🤝 Teamwork. Join a team where clinicians can practice efficiently, make an impact, and help shape the future of accessible care. The Family Nurse Practitioner serves as a key clinical leader within the clinic, providing evidence-based care services while fostering an exceptional patient experience. This role partners closely with Medical Assistants, Radiologic Technologists, leadership, and physicians to deliver efficient, high-quality care that aligns with MEC's standards for service, safety, and operational excellence. Our providers are expected to balance clinical expertise with strong communication, teamwork, and a hospitality-minded approach to patient care.

Requirements

Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited Nurse Practitioner program
Active Family Nurse Practitioner license in Illinois and/or Indiana
Ability to treat patients across the lifespan
Strong clinical decision-making and procedural skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Urgent Care, Emergency Medicine, Family Practice, or Occupational Medicine experience
Experience performing common urgent care procedures
DOT Certification (or willingness to obtain)

Responsibilities

Evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages presenting with acute illnesses and injuries
Develop and implement appropriate treatment plans utilizing evidence-based medicine
Order, interpret, and communicate diagnostic testing including laboratory and radiology results
Perform procedures including: Laceration repair, Incision and drainage, Foreign body removal, Splinting, Nail procedures, Injections, DOT physicals, Occupational medicine services
Prescribe medications and therapies within scope of practice
Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in the electronic medical record
Deliver compassionate, efficient care while creating a welcoming and reassuring environment
Communicate clearly regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, follow-up care, and patient education
Support MEC's commitment to service excellence by maintaining professionalism and empathy during every patient interaction
Address patient concerns proactively and contribute to positive patient outcomes and satisfaction
Serve as a clinical resource for Medical Assistants, Radiologic Technologists, and clinic team members
Promote a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement
Support onboarding and development of new clinical staff
Collaborate effectively with collaborating physicians and operational leaders
Support clinic goals related to patient flow, efficiency, and quality metrics
Participate in process improvement initiatives and clinical quality programs
Assist with maintaining regulatory compliance, infection control, and patient safety standards
Adapt to varying patient volumes, staffing needs, and clinic locations as business needs require