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Family Nurse Practitioner - Harvard, IL $95,000 - $145,000

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois·Harvard, Illinois

$85,280 - $144,976/yr·Full Time·On Site·Remote friendly
·2-5 yrs
·Posted 13 days ago
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About the role

The Nurse Practitioner will build an individual practice and schedule to provide pediatric care in partnership with collaborating physicians and support staff. Responsibilities include delivering exceptional care to pediatric patients, including newborns, within a multi-specialty referral network.

Mercyhealth has an exciting full‑time Nurse Practitioner opportunity to join our excellent Family Medicine team in Harvard, Illinois.

Opportunity

  • Build your individual schedule & practice as an employed provider with the partnership of your collaborating physician, operational leaders, and support staff.
  • EPIC EMR
  • Vast multi-specialty referral sources
  • 501c3 non-for-profit

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited NP program
  • Hold an active state APRN license
  • Preferred experience with pediatrics, including newborns
  • Skilled at providing exceptional care
  • The ability to communicate clearly and work as a member of a team

Compensation and Benefits

  • Highly competitive compensation: $95,000 - $145,000
  • Retention bonus!
  • CME, licensure, membership, and medical association dues reimbursed
  • Malpractice and tail insurance provided
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, etc.
  • Day-one 403(b) matching retirement program
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Paid parental and caregiver leave
  • Strategic partnership with the provider liaisons

About Mercyhealth

Regional health system with 7 hospitals, 100+ primary and specialty care centers in more than 90 communities throughout Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.

Over 950+ partnered providers and 8,250+ professionals dedicated to compassionate, quality care.

With over 125 specialty and sub-specialty services, including adult critical care, neonatal intensive care, neurosurgery, heart and vascular care together with WATCHMAN and TAVR, a cancer institute, plastic and reconstructive surgery, robotic surgery, orthopedic surgery, and much more!

About the Community

Harvard, Illinois, is a historic small town in McHenry County, known for its agricultural roots and strong community spirit. Established in 1856, the town grew rapidly after the Chicago and North Western Railroad arrived, connecting Harvard to other parts of the state. Incorporated as a city in 1891, Harvard’s early economy was centered around the railroad, and the Ayer Hotel became a key gathering place, especially during the Civil War.

Today, Harvard celebrates its agricultural heritage with the annual Harvard Milk Days festival, a beloved event that honors the town’s role in milk production during World War II. The festival features a parade, carnival, and live entertainment, with Harmilda, a life-sized fiberglass cow statue, standing as a symbol of the town’s dairy history.

  • With its rich past and community-driven events, Harvard offers a charming glimpse into small-town life, where tradition and modern-day charm come together.
  • Cost of living: Harvard offers a very affordable cost of living, with low housing prices and a charming rural atmosphere.
  • Known for: The annual Milk Days Festival and its historical role as a dairy industry hub
  • History: Founded in 1856, Harvard was known for its dairy farming industry and continues to celebrate that heritage.
  • Learn more:
  • Harvard Milk Days Festival [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6qx2nZxn4A]
  • Harvard Historical Tour [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_gFhcfcg97w]

Makenzie Olsen, BSHA, CPCS®

Provider Recruiter

Mercyhealth: 815-971-2920

molsen@mhemail.org [molsen@fhn.org]

Pay range

$85,280.00 - $144,976.00

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer [https://www.mercyhealthsystem.org/careers/]. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

  • Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Disability Insurance
  • FSA/HSA Options
  • Generous, accruing paid time off
  • Paid Parental and caregiver leave
  • Career advancement and educational opportunities
  • Tuition and certification reimbursement
  • Certification Reimbursement
  • Well-being Programs
  • Employee Discounts
  • On-Demand Pay
  • Financial Education
  • Annual recognition/awards events
  • Partner appreciation days
  • Family entertainment/attractions discount
  • Community service/improvement opportunities

Click here [https://www.mercyhealthsystem.org/join-our-team/benefits/] for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.

At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

  • Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:
  • #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
  • One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
  • A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited NP program and hold an active state APRN license. Preferred qualifications include experience in pediatrics and newborns, along with strong communication and teamwork skills.

  • professional certificate
  • postgraduate degree
  • Teamwork
  • Case Management
  • Patient Communication
  • Clinical Care
  • Pediatric Care
  • Newborn Care
  • EPIC EMR

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$85,280 - $144,976/yr
Location
Harvard, Illinois
Posted
Jul 15, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois

At Mercyhealth, our doctors, nurses and staff are committed to making lives better for our patients and their families. They bring knowledge and innovation to ensure that our patients receive world-class health care, close to home. As an integrated health system, we provide...

Salary listed on 338 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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Illinois advanced practice roles need strong credentials

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.

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