Looking for nurse practitioner jobs in Illinois? Barton Associates specializes in locum tenens NP jobs, with well over a decade of experience placing locum tenens nurse practitioners (NPs) on short and long-term assignments throughout the US.
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Exciting opening for a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner at a Multi-specialty Clinic in Illinois for a 60-day locum tenens assignment beginning mid-October. Join a team of 4 providers, including 2 MDs, in an outpatient general cardiology clinic. Enjoy a balanced schedule of 4 10-hour shifts (Mon-Thurs or Tues-Fri), 8am-6pm, with one Saturday every 5-6...
Location:IL
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
Another locum tenens opportunity has arrived in Illinois! Our client is looking for a nurse practitioner specializing in wound care to begin coverage immediately. Hours include 8a - 6p shifts for 3 days per week. The selected locum will be handling debridement, healing treatments, and general wound care cases. There is a chance for an extension with...
Location:IL
Specialty:Wound Care
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
Cross Illinois off your bucket list with this locum tenens assignment! Our client is looking for a nurse practitioner specializing in cardiology to begin coverage in mid October. Hours include 8a - 6p shifts for 4 days per week. The selected locum will be handling all aspects of cardiology cases and procedures. There is a chance for an extension with...
Location:IL
Specialty:Cardiology
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
Your next locum tenens opportunity awaits in Illinois! Our client is looking for a nurse practitioner specializing in orthopedics to begin coverage in late August. Hours include 8a - 4:30p shifts from Mondays - Fridays. The selected locum will be handling tendonitis, back pain, injuries, tennis elbow, and other orthopedics cases. There is a chance for...
Location:IL
Specialty:Orthopedics
Provider Type:Nurse Practitioner
Locum tenens NP jobs are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at healthcare facilities over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year. Locum and travel nurse practitioners hold all the same qualifications as a permanent nurse practitioner, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility. Explore our locum tenens guide to learn more.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, NPs in Illinois earn an average of $126,900 a year.
Nurse practitioners have reduced practice authority in Illinois. Reduced practice refers to how state laws reduce NP practice in at least one element. Or the state mandates a collaborative agreement with another healthcare provider for the NP to practice.
NPs in Illinois must complete 80 hours of approved CE every two years. More hours are required for specific specialties, such as DEA registration to prescribe controlled substances.
Acute care nurse practitioners are the highest paid NP specialty.