NP Jobs in Illinois

NP jobs in Illinois are in strong demand, with a dense concentration of openings in primary care, acute care, and behavioral health settings, and hiring at every level from new-graduate to lead clinical practitioner. Chicago, Rockford, and Springfield drive the bulk of the volume, anchored by large systems like Northwestern Medicine, Advocate Health Care, and Rush University Medical Center. Family practice, psychiatric-mental health, and emergency care are the most consistently sought specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles158+
Top employerNorthwestern Medicine
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring70
Work type73% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) / Physician Assistant (PA) - Gastroenterology
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Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) / Physician Assistant (PA) - Gastroenterology
Hospital Sisters Health System
O'Fallon, Illinois
Allied Health
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
NRP Certification

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Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine Casual Rotating
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Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Emergency Medicine Casual Rotating
Northwestern Medicine
Chicago, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$63 - $82.28/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for Women's Mental Health & Perinatal Care
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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) for Women's Mental Health & Perinatal Care
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Mount Auburn, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
$134k.2 - $200k.41/yr
Master's degree in nursing

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Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) - Pulmonary & Sleep Clinic (Full Time)
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Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) - Pulmonary & Sleep Clinic (Full Time)
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Mount Auburn, Illinois
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
$114k - $150k/yr
BLS Certification

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NP Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Decatur
8 jobs
Springfield
8 jobs
Downers Grove
6 jobs
Skokie
5 jobs
Mount Auburn
5 jobs
Alton
3 jobs
Peoria
3 jobs
Evanston
3 jobs

NP Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Northwestern Medicine24
  • Memorial Health13
  • Advocate Aurora Health10
  • Endeavor Health8
  • OSF HealthCare5

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in NP jobs across Illinois.

  • Active Illinois Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license with NP designation required
  • Current national board certification from ANCC or AANP in a recognized specialty area
  • Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from an accredited program
  • Active DEA registration and Illinois controlled substance license for prescribing roles
  • Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certifications current and on file
  • Minimum one to three years of clinical NP experience preferred for most outpatient and inpatient positions

NP Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a np in Illinois?

To become an NP in Illinois, you must first earn a master's or doctoral degree in nursing from an accredited program, then pass a national board certification exam through the ANCC or AANP. After that, you apply to the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation for an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license. Prescribing privileges require a separate Illinois controlled substance license and DEA registration, both of which are essential for most clinical NP roles in the state.

Which companies hire nps in Illinois?

Employers hiring nps in Illinois right now include Northwestern Medicine, Memorial Health, and Advocate Aurora Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Illinois's large integrated health systems, federally qualified health centers, and expanding urgent care networks generate consistent NP openings across both urban and rural communities throughout the state.

Which Illinois cities have the most np jobs?

Chicago, Decatur, and Springfield have the most np openings in Illinois. Chicago dominates by volume, driven by its concentration of academic medical centers, hospital systems, and specialty clinics, while Rockford and Springfield generate steady demand through regional health systems and community health organizations that serve large surrounding populations.

Are there remote np jobs in Illinois?

Yes, but they're rare. NP work is predominantly hands-on and clinic- or hospital-based, which limits full remote arrangements. About 27% of np openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those opportunities tend to be concentrated in telehealth primary care, behavioral health, and chronic disease management roles where patient visits can be conducted by video.

How can I get hired as a np in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a new-graduate NP residency or fellowship program. Large Illinois systems including Northwestern Medicine and Advocate Health Care run structured new-grad NP programs that provide supervised clinical transition for candidates without post-certification experience. Federally qualified health centers across Illinois also regularly hire newly licensed NPs, particularly in family practice and behavioral health. Completing your APRN licensure and ANCC or AANP certification before applying, and targeting roles in primary care or outpatient settings where orientation is longer, gives you the strongest footing.

Where can I find and apply to np jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to np jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across health systems, clinics, and community health organizations. Find roles that fit your specialty and location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.

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