Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Chicago, Illinois

ProTouch Staffing
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Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant - Chicago, IL

Job type: Full Time

Shifts: Mon - Fri (9am - 5pm)

Specialty: Primary Care

Job Summary & Responsibilities:

  • Provide comprehensive care in a primary care setting, addressing preventive, acute, and chronic needs.

  • Perform age-appropriate history, physical exams, diagnostics, and treatments.

  • Independently manage common and complex conditions; escalate critical cases appropriately.

  • Collaborate with supervising physicians as needed.

  • Prescribe and implement both pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions.

  • Evaluate treatment effectiveness and adjust as necessary.

  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the care team.

  • Perform approved medical procedures based on patient needs.

  • Educate patients and families at an appropriate comprehension level, support quality improvement initiatives.

Education, Licensure, and Experience:

  • Minimum 2 years of clinical experience, preferably in an FQHC or community health center

  • Experience in both adult and pediatric care

  • Master's degree in Nursing or Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited program

  • Current state license as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant

  • Family Medicine certification preferred

  • Valid CPR provider card

  • Current DEA and Controlled Substance License (if applicable)

  • Strong communication skills; ability to function in both leadership and team roles

  • Basic computer skills and familiarity with electronic health records (EHR)

  • Ability to respond effectively to medical emergencies

    For more information, please reach out to Kuldeep Singh: at or by Email: at

Date Posted: 23 May 2025
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