Locum Nurse Practitioner (NP) - Internal Medicine in Illinois

LocumJobsOnline is working with Barton Associates to find a qualified Internal Medicine NP in Illinois!

About The Position

We are seeking a licensed Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner in Illinois for a locum tenens position in home healthcare. This 135-day assignment begins on 05/19/2025, with a Monday to Friday work schedule from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The NP will be responsible for providing care to a diverse range of critically ill patients, including neurological cases, liver cancer patients, and those with chronic pain or severe illnesses. Key responsibilities include evaluating patient status, checking vitals, managing medications, writing prescriptions, and determining eligibility for hospice care.

Job Details: 

Location: Illinois 

Facility Type: Home Healthcare 

Start Date: 05/19/2025 

LOA: 135 days (with potential for extension) 

Provider Type Needed: Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner 

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Provide home healthcare services to critically ill patients with various conditions 

• Evaluate patient status and perform comprehensive assessments 

• Check vital signs and monitor overall health conditions 

• Manage medications, including refills and writing new prescriptions 

• Conduct recertifications for ongoing care 

• Assess patients for potential hospice care eligibility during each visit 

• Treat and manage complex cases, including neurological and cancer patients 

• Provide care for patients with chronic pain or severe illnesses 

• Typically see patients twice a month 

• Utilize Aprima software for patient management and documentation 

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care 

• Educate patients and families on disease management and treatment plans

Additional Information: 

• Must be licensed to practice as a nurse practitioner in Illinois 

• Comfortable working independently in a home healthcare setting 

• Strong clinical skills and ability to manage critically ill patients 

• Excellent communication skills for effective patient and family interactions 

• Flexibility to adapt to various patient needs and home environments 

• Proficiency in Aprima software preferred

Apply now to learn more!

Benefits: 

• Strong compensation 

• Travel-related expenses covered 

• A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided 

• Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

What are Locum Tenens Jobs? 

Locum tenens jobs (AKA travel jobs) are contract roles designed to fill gaps in care at facilities and hospitals over a specific timeframe. These assignments can range from a week to well over a year, and often include opportunities for extension.

Locum and travel medical providers hold all the same qualifications as a permanent provider, and often choose locum work for higher pay and increased flexibility.

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The Locum Tenens Experts

Barton Associates is a leading national locum tenens physician, physician assistant, dentist, CRNA, and nurse practitioner staffing company. Whether you need long term support for your practice, short term vacation coverage, immediate coverage due to an unplanned absence or resignation, or anything in between, our locum tenens experts are here to help.

The Best Talent in the Industry

• Our experienced recruiting team conducts thorough interviews and reference checks to ensure that we have the best network of locum tenens physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners in the industry – ready to go when you are.

Maximize Patient Access And Revenue

• Locum tenens staffing through Barton Associates is an effective way for your organization to optimize patient access, ensure continuity of care, and maximize revenue generation.

Flexible Solutions Your Organization Needs To Thrive

• Whether you need long term coverage for your practice, short term vacation coverage, or anything in between – you can trust Barton Associates to provide the flexible staffi­ng solutions your organization needs to thrive.

A Proactive Approach

• We recruit new locums every day, actively help our physicians, dentists, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners obtain new licenses so they’re ready to work in your state at a moment’s notice. We can also help your organization credential locums in advance of a specific need – greatly improving your ability to react to unforeseen­ staffing challenges.

Fast, Easy, Efficient Hiring Process

• From securing the perfect candidate to credentialing and travel-related issues, our experts handle the entire locum tenens staffing process for you – so you can focus on your practice. Just let us know what you need and we’ll take care of the rest!

Medical Malpractice Insurance Provided

• Many agencies charge additional separate fees for medical malpractice coverage. Barton Associates provides ‘A’ rated medical malpractice insurance for our locum tenens providers on assignment at no additional charge.

Industry Leading Support

• When you work with Barton, you’re supported by an entire team of experts; including recruiters, account managers, licensing and credentialing specialists,travel coordinators, and others with one goal — to make the process as fast, easy, and efficient as possible.