Psychiatric - Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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