CCHC Online·Chicago, Illinois
Provides comprehensive primary and preventative care to women across their lifespan, including reproductive and gynecological health management. Responsibilities include performing diagnostic tests, conducting well-woman exams, and offering prenatal and postnatal care.
Job Title: Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Master's degree in Nursing with a specialization in Women's Health from an Accredited University/College. Prior experience in a clinical setting, particularly in women's health or OB/GYN, is often required. Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems and performing minor medical procedures. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential for interacting with patients and collaborating with other healthcare professionals.
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) delivers comprehensive care to women throughout their lifespan. This includes preventative care, diagnosis and treatment of reproductive and gynecological issues, and management of conditions related to pregnancy and menopause. They also focus on health promotion, disease prevention, and patient education
WHNPs focus on the unique health needs of women, often serving as primary care providers for women of all ages.
WHNPs provide a range of services including assessments, diagnostic tests, diagnoses, and treatment.
Assessing, diagnosing, and treating various women's health conditions, potentially including minor medical procedures like IUD placements.
Conducting well-woman exams, breast cancer screenings, Pap tests, and providing contraceptive care.
Providing counseling on health maintenance, disease prevention, and sexual health.
Reproductive health: Includes contraception, fertility, and pregnancy care.
Gynecological health: Encompasses conditions like menstruation, menopause, and related issues.
Managing menstruation issues, fertility concerns, and providing care related to menopause
Offering prenatal, postnatal, and postpartum care, including education on nutrition and lifestyle during pregnancy
Preventative care: Focuses on screenings, counseling, and health promotion for women.
Research: Some programs delve into basic research, molecular studies, and clinical trials in women's health.
CCHC is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
Requires a Master's degree in Nursing with a specialization in Women's Health from an accredited institution. Candidates should have clinical experience in women's health or OB/GYN and proficiency in EMR systems.
Market context
In Illinois, advanced-practice roles are typically in steady demand across hospitals, specialty clinics, and care teams that need licensed clinicians with graduate-level training. These positions are competitive because employers often look for the right Illinois license, acute care certification for APRNs, and ICU experience, while benefits such as 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, loan forgiveness, and lifecycle benefits can influence the decision. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly compare fit before you apply.